What is the cheapest way to get from South Dakota to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from South Dakota to Chicago is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 10h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Dakota to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from South Dakota to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $75 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between South Dakota and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from South Dakota to Chicago. However, there are services departing from 10th/Jessica NW corner and arriving at Chicago via The Bus Stop, Sioux Falls and Omaha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 20m.

How far is it from South Dakota to Chicago?

The distance between South Dakota and Chicago is 609 miles. The road distance is 545 miles.

How do I travel from South Dakota to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from South Dakota to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 15h 20m and costs $120 - $230.

How long does it take to get from South Dakota to Chicago?

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from South Dakota to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Dakota to Chicago bus from?

South Dakota to Chicago bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Sioux Falls station.

Bus or fly from South Dakota to Chicago?

The best way to get from South Dakota to Chicago is to fly which takes 7h 26m and costs $75 - $370. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $230 and takes 15h 20m.

Where does the South Dakota to Chicago bus arrive?

South Dakota to Chicago bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Omaha station.

Can I drive from South Dakota to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between South Dakota to Chicago is 545 miles. It takes approximately 10h 12m to drive from South Dakota to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1243+ hotels available in Chicago.

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There are 7 ways to get from South Dakota to Chicago by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly Aberdeen Regional Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane ABR - MDW
7h 26m
$79–370
Fly Sioux Falls to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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1. Fly from Sioux Falls (FSD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane FSD - ORD
5h
$50–278
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Omahabus Jefferson 706 / ...
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Chicagobus Btw 1202
15h 20m
$128–228
Drive 541.9 mi
1. Drive from Sioux Falls to Chicagocar 541.9 mi
10h 12m
$99–143
Fly Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Rapid City (RAP) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane RAP - ORD
4h 37m
$78–350
Fly Sioux Falls to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Sioux Falls (FSD) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane FSD - MDW
7h 39m
$66–348
Bus via Minneapolis
1. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 702 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0150 / ...
16h 41m
$134–234

Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) flights

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Distance: 605.7 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

What companies run services between South Dakota, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Delta flies from Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 10th/Jessica NW corner to Chicago via The Bus Stop, Maple/Career NE corner, Sioux Falls, and Omaha in around 15h 20m.

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How to get fromSouth Dakota to Chicagoby plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

There are 7 ways to get from South Dakota to Chicago by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

Fly Aberdeen Regional Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport

Fly Sioux Falls to Chicago O'Hare International Airport

Bus

Drive 541.9 mi

Fly Rapid City to Chicago O'Hare International Airport

Fly Sioux Falls to Chicago Midway International Airport

Bus via Minneapolis