What is the cheapest way to get from North Charleston to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from North Charleston to Chicago is to drive which costs $150 - $230 and takes 15h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from North Charleston to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from North Charleston to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $80 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between North Charleston and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from North Charleston station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Charleston Bus Station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 35m.

Is there a direct train between North Charleston and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from North Charleston station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Charleston Amtrak Station and arriving at Chicago Union Station via Petersburg Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 57m.

How far is it from North Charleston to Chicago?

The distance between North Charleston and Chicago is 764 miles. The road distance is 872 miles.

How do I travel from North Charleston to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from North Charleston to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 28h 35m and costs $170 - $360.

How long does it take to get from North Charleston to Chicago?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from North Charleston to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the North Charleston to Chicago bus from?

North Charleston to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Charleston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the North Charleston to Chicago train from?

North Charleston to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Charleston Amtrak Station.

Train, bus or fly from North Charleston to Chicago?

The best way to get from North Charleston to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $80 - $450. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $360 and takes 28h 35m, you could also train via Petersburg, which costs $330 - $800 and takes 28h 57m.

Where does the North Charleston to Chicago bus arrive?

North Charleston to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between North Charleston and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind North Charleston. It is currently 7:51 AM in North Charleston and 6:51 AM in Chicago.

Where does the North Charleston to Chicago train arrive?

North Charleston to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Petersburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from North Charleston to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between North Charleston to Chicago is 872 miles. It takes approximately 15h 50m to drive from North Charleston to Chicago.

How do I get a train ticket from North Charleston to Chicago?

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How do I get a bus ticket from North Charleston to Chicago?

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There are 9 ways to get from North Charleston to Chicago by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, or bus

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Fly Charleston International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane CHS - MDW
3h 55m
$84–447
Bus to Myrtle Beach, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charleston Bus Station to Myrtle Beach Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Myrtle Beach (MYR) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MYR - ORD
6h 39m
$83–348
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charleston Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0641S
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
28h 35m
$172–356
Train via Petersburg (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charleston Amtrak Station to Petersburg Amtrak Stationtrain Silver Meteor / ...
2. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
28h 57m
$337–764
Drive 866.9 mi
1. Drive from North Charleston to Chicagocar 866.9 mi
15h 50m
$159–229
Fly Charleston International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CHS - ORD
4h 14m
$504–807
Train to Savannah, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the train from Charleston Amtrak Station to Savannah Stationtrain
2. Fly from Savannah (SAV) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane SAV - MDW
5h 56m
$169–665
Bus to Myrtle Beach, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Charleston Bus Station to Myrtle Beach Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Myrtle Beach (MYR) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MYR - MDW
6h 8m
$93–398
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Charleston Amtrak Station to Savannah Stationtrain Silver Meteor / ...
2. Take the train from Savannah Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
34h 51m
$397–910

North Charleston to Chicago by bus

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Distance: 759.9 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between North Charleston, SC, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Charleston International Airport (CHS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Charleston Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station via Atlanta Bus Station in around 28h 35m.

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