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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Elkhart is to drive which costs $19 - $28 and takes 2h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Elkhart is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $25 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Loop to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Chicago and arriving at Transfer Center via South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Loop and Elkhart?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Elkhart Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 54m.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Elkhart?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Elkhart is 101 miles. The road distance is 105.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Elkhart without a car is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $25 - $55.

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

The train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station takes 1h 54m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

Chicago Loop to Elkhart bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Chicago station.

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

Chicago Loop to Elkhart train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago Loop to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Elkhart is to train which takes 1h 54m and costs $25 - $55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 30 bus, which costs $9 - $45 and takes 3h 39m, you could also fly, which costs $160 - $650 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Elkhart bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Elkhart bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at South Bend, IN station.

What is the time difference between Chicago Loop and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Chicago Loop. It is currently 9:06 PM in Chicago Loop and 10:06 PM in Elkhart.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Elkhart train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Elkhart is 106 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Chicago Loop to Elkhart.

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

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Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 212+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Chicago Loop to Elkhart - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 30 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Elkhart by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
1h 54m
$25–55
Bus, line 30 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INChicago
2. Take the bus from South Street Station to Transfer Center30
3h 39m
$10–43
Drive 105 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Elkhart105 mi
2h 7m
$20–28
Fly
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)ORD - SBN
3h 9m
$168–625

Chicago Loop to Elkhart by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 100 mi
Duration: 1h 54m

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 1h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago to Transfer Center via South Street Station in around 3h 39m.

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