What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Prospect to Charleston?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Prospect to Charleston is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 16h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Prospect to Charleston?

The fastest way to get from Mount Prospect to Charleston is to train and fly which takes 5h 42m and costs $500 - $900.

Is there a direct train between Mount Prospect and Charleston?

No, there is no direct train from Mount Prospect to Charleston station. However, there are services departing from Mt. Prospect and arriving at Charleston Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station and Petersburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 30m.

How far is it from Mount Prospect to Charleston?

The distance between Mount Prospect and Charleston is 804 miles. The road distance is 898.5 miles.

How do I travel from Mount Prospect to Charleston without a car?

The best way to get from Mount Prospect to Charleston without a car is to train which takes 30h 30m and costs $700 - $1,200.

How long does it take to get from Mount Prospect to Charleston?

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Mount Prospect to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Prospect to Charleston train from?

Mount Prospect to Charleston train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Mount Prospect and Charleston?

Charleston is 1h ahead of Mount Prospect. It is currently 3:35 PM in Mount Prospect and 4:35 PM in Charleston.

Where does the Mount Prospect to Charleston train arrive?

Mount Prospect to Charleston train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Petersburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Mount Prospect to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Prospect to Charleston is 899 miles. It takes approximately 16h 27m to drive from Mount Prospect to Charleston.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 1823+ hotels available in Charleston.

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There are 5 ways to get from Mount Prospect to Charleston by train, plane, train (Amtrak), car, or subway

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Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Charleston International Airport
best
1. Take the train from Mt. Prospect to Irving Parktrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane ORD - CHS
5h 42m
$508–862
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Columbia, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Columbia (CAE)plane ORD - CAE
2. Drive from Columbia-Airport-CAE to Charlestoncar
5h 49m
$86–370
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Petersburg Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Charleston Amtrak Stationtrain Silver Meteor / ...
30h 30m
$737–1,158
Drive 893.3 mi
1. Drive from Mount Prospect to Charlestoncar 893.3 mi
16h 27m
$163–236
Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Charleston International Airport
1. Take the train from Mt. Prospect to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the subway from Clark/Lake to Midwaysubway
3. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Charleston International Airport (CHS)plane MDW - CHS
6h 22m
$118–612

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Charleston International Airport (CHS) flights

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Distance: 799 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Mount Prospect, IL, USA and Charleston, SC, USA?

You can take a train from Mt. Prospect to Charleston via Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Clinton & Jackson, Chicago Union Station, Petersburg Amtrak Station, and Charleston Amtrak Station in around 30h 30m.

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How to get fromMount Prospect to Charlestonby train, plane, train (Amtrak), car, or subway

There are 5 ways to get from Mount Prospect to Charleston by train, plane, train (Amtrak), car, or subway

Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Charleston International Airport

Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Columbia, drive

Train (Amtrak)

Drive 893.3 mi

Train, subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Charleston International Airport