What is the cheapest way to get from Jefferson City to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Jefferson City to Chicago is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Jefferson City to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Jefferson City to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $120 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Jefferson City and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Jefferson City to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Jefferson City and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Jefferson City and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Jefferson City Station station and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 11m.

How far is it from Jefferson City to Chicago?

The distance between Jefferson City and Chicago is 355 miles. The road distance is 388.4 miles.

How do I travel from Jefferson City to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Jefferson City to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 8h 11m and costs $100 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Jefferson City to Chicago?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Jefferson City to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jefferson City to Chicago bus from?

Jefferson City to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Jefferson City station.

Where do I catch the Jefferson City to Chicago train from?

Jefferson City to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Jefferson City Station.

Train, bus or fly from Jefferson City to Chicago?

The best way to get from Jefferson City to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 42m and costs $120 - $380. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $240 and takes 8h 11m, you could also bus, which costs $70 - $130 and takes 10h 48m.

Where does the Jefferson City to Chicago bus arrive?

Jefferson City to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Where does the Jefferson City to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Jefferson City to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Jefferson City to Chicago is 388 miles. It takes approximately 7h 1m to drive from Jefferson City to Chicago.

How do I get a train ticket from Jefferson City to Chicago?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Jefferson City to Chicago?

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There are 4 ways to get from Jefferson City to Chicago by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane COU - ORD
2h 42m
$124–372
Drive 386.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Jefferson City to Chicagocar 386.2 mi
7h 1m
$71–102
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jefferson City Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service Missouri River Runner
8h 11m
$100–240
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jefferson City to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0175s
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
10h 48m
$73–130

Jefferson City to Chicago by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 353.2 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Jefferson City, MO, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Columbia Regional Airport (COU) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Jefferson City Station to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $100–240 and the journey takes 8h 11m.

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