What is the cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Buffalo to Chicago Loop is to bus which costs $95 - $150 and takes 11h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Buffalo to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from Buffalo to Chicago Loop is to fly and subway which takes 3h 55m and costs $160 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Buffalo and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct bus from Buffalo to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from Buffalo and arriving at Washington & Lasalle via Cleveland Bus Station and Jefferson & Harrison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Buffalo and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct train from Buffalo to Chicago Loop station. However, there are services departing from Buffalo and arriving at Chicago Union Station via Buffalo Depew Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 50m.

How far is it from Buffalo to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Buffalo and Chicago Loop is 493 miles. The road distance is 534.8 miles.

How do I travel from Buffalo to Chicago Loop without a car?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Chicago Loop without a car is to train which takes 11h 50m and costs $290 - $600.

How long does it take to get from Buffalo to Chicago Loop?

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Buffalo to Chicago Loop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Chicago Loop bus from?

Buffalo to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Buffalo station.

Where do I catch the Buffalo to Chicago Loop train from?

Buffalo to Chicago Loop train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Buffalo Depew Station.

Train, bus or fly from Buffalo to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Buffalo to Chicago Loop is to train which takes 11h 50m and costs $290 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 11h 52m, you could also fly, which costs $170 - $310 and takes 4h 13m.

Where does the Buffalo to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Buffalo to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Buffalo and Chicago Loop?

Chicago Loop is 1h behind Buffalo. It is currently 11:52 AM in Buffalo and 10:52 AM in Chicago Loop.

Where does the Buffalo to Chicago Loop train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Buffalo to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Buffalo to Chicago Loop is 535 miles. It takes approximately 9h 4m to drive from Buffalo to Chicago Loop.

How do I get a train ticket from Buffalo to Chicago Loop?

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Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

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Fly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport, subway
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1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane BUF - MDW
2. Take the subway from Midway to Washington/Wellssubway
3h 55m
$164–317
Drive 531.7 mi
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1. Drive from Buffalo to Chicago Loopcar 531.7 mi
9h 4m
$97–141
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Buffalo Depew Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
11h 50m
$292–583
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1. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0171 / ...
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
11h 52m
$98–145
Fly Buffalo Niagara International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BUF - ORD
4h 13m
$174–307
Bus to Rochester, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane ROC - MDW
5h 14m
$117–547
Bus to Rochester, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stopbus
2. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane ROC - ORD
5h 31m
$97–457

Buffalo to Chicago Loop by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 490.6 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

What companies run services between Buffalo, NY, USA and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Buffalo Depew Station to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $290–450 and the journey takes 10h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buffalo to Washington & Lasalle via Cleveland Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Jefferson & Harrison in around 11h 52m.

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