What is the cheapest way to get from Gardner to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Gardner to Chicago is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gardner to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Gardner to Chicago is to drive which takes 1h 17m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct train between Gardner and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Gardner station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Dwight Station and arriving at Chicago Union Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 1m.

How far is it from Gardner to Chicago?

The distance between Gardner and Chicago is 84 miles. The road distance is 68.8 miles.

How do I travel from Gardner to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Gardner to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 2h 1m and costs $55 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Gardner to Chicago?

It takes approximately 2h 1m to get from Gardner to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gardner to Chicago train from?

Gardner to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dwight Station.

Where does the Gardner to Chicago train arrive?

Gardner to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Gardner to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Gardner to Chicago is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 17m to drive from Gardner to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1243+ hotels available in Chicago.

Gardner to Chicago - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Gardner to Chicago by train (Amtrak), taxi, bus, or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Dwight Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner / ...
2h 1m
$57–89
Drive 68.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gardner to Chicagocar 68.4 mi
1h 17m
$13–18
Taxi, bus
1. Take the taxi from Gardner to Plainfield Park-N-Ridetaxi
2. Take the bus from Plainfield Park-N-Ride to Dearborn St & Harrison Stbus 850 / ...
2h 26m
$92–110

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Distance: 83.3 mi
Duration: 2h 1m

What companies run services between Gardner, IL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Dwight Station to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $24–50 and the journey takes 1h 48m.

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