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

The cheapest way to get from Paw Paw to Chicago is to drive which costs $13 - $20 and takes 1h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paw Paw to Chicago is to drive which takes 1h 45m and costs $13 - $20.

Is there a direct train between Paw Paw and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Paw Paw station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Mendota Station and arriving at Chicago Union Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Paw Paw to Chicago?

The distance between Paw Paw and Chicago is 100 miles. The road distance is 75.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Paw Paw to Chicago without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 2h 4m and costs $110 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Paw Paw to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paw Paw to Chicago train from?

Paw Paw to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Mendota Station.

Where does the Paw Paw to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Paw Paw to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Paw Paw to Chicago is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 45m to drive from Paw Paw to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1302+ hotels available in Chicago.

Paw Paw to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car

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There are 4 ways to get from Paw Paw to Chicago by taxi, bus, train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the taxi from Paw Paw to Dekalbtaxi
2. Take the bus from Dekalb to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2h 4m
$113–142
Drive 75.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Paw Paw to Chicagocar 75.2 mi
1h 45m
$14–20
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Mendota Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2h 18m
$75–113
Taxi, line 12 bus, train
1. Take the taxi from Paw Paw to West Lincoln Hwy. at Normal Rdtaxi
2. Take the bus from West Lincoln Hwy. at Normal Rd to Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662bus 12
3. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain
3h 10m
$110–138

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Distance: 99.7 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Mendota Station to Chicago Union Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $26–55 and the journey takes 2h.

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