What is the cheapest way to get from Franklin to Elkhart?

The cheapest way to get from Franklin to Elkhart is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 8h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Franklin to Elkhart?

The fastest way to get from Franklin to Elkhart is to fly and train which takes 5h 44m and costs $160 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Franklin and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Franklin station to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Nashville Bus Station and arriving at Elkhart Transit Center via Indianapolis Union Station and South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 18m.

How far is it from Franklin to Elkhart?

The distance between Franklin and Elkhart is 533 miles. The road distance is 451.8 miles.

How do I travel from Franklin to Elkhart without a car?

The best way to get from Franklin to Elkhart without a car is to bus which takes 12h 18m and costs $140 - $190.

How long does it take to get from Franklin to Elkhart?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Franklin to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Franklin to Elkhart bus from?

Franklin to Elkhart bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Nashville Bus Station.

Where does the Franklin to Elkhart bus arrive?

Franklin to Elkhart bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Franklin and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Franklin. It is currently 8:54 AM in Franklin and 9:54 AM in Elkhart.

Can I drive from Franklin to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Franklin to Elkhart is 452 miles. It takes approximately 8h 16m to drive from Franklin to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 188+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Franklin to Elkhart - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Franklin to Elkhart by plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), bus, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus, Amtrak)

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane BNA - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
5h 44m
$167–523
Drive 449.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Franklin to Elkhartcar 449.2 mi
8h 16m
$82–119
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to South Street Station - South Bendbus South Bend
12h 18m
$142–182
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Carbondale Intermodal Stationbus
2. Take the train from Carbondale to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
13h 38m
$216–401
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BNA - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 12m
$204–460
Bus via Speedway
1. Take the bus from Tornado Bus Co - Nashville to Indianapolisbus Memphis
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to South Street Station - South Bendbus South Bend
13h 2m
$155–289
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Nashville Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
13h 22m
$166–271

Nashville (BNA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) flights

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Distance: 529.6 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Franklin, TN, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Franklin to Elkhart Transit Center via Nashville Bus Station, Indianapolis Union Station, and South Street Station in around 12h 18m.

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