What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Old-Town?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Loop to Old-Town is to train which costs $80 - $150 and takes 9h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Old-Town?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Loop to Old-Town is to fly and bus which takes 5h 49m and costs $100 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Loop and Old-Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Loop station to Old-Town. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Topeka via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 5m.

How far is it from Chicago Loop to Old-Town?

The distance between Chicago Loop and Old-Town is 505 miles. The road distance is 573.5 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Loop to Old-Town without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Old-Town without a car is to train which takes 9h 39m and costs $80 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Loop to Old-Town?

It takes approximately 9h 39m to get from Chicago Loop to Old-Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago Loop to Old-Town bus from?

Chicago Loop to Old-Town bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Train or bus from Chicago Loop to Old-Town?

The best way to get from Chicago Loop to Old-Town is to train which takes 9h 39m and costs $80 - $150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $180 and takes 14h 5m.

Where does the Chicago Loop to Old-Town bus arrive?

Chicago Loop to Old-Town bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chicago Loop to Old-Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Loop to Old-Town is 573 miles. It takes approximately 9h 32m to drive from Chicago Loop to Old-Town.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago Loop to Old-Town?

Book your Chicago Loop to Old-Town bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Old-Town?

There are 33+ hotels available in Old-Town.

Chicago Loop to Old-Town - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Chicago Loop to Old-Town by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or train

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 Topeka Amtrak StationSouthwest Chief
9h 39m
$84–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to TopekaGreyhound US1200 / ...
14h 5m
$83–178
Drive 570.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Loop to Old-Town570.2 mi
9h 32m
$105–151
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)ORD - MHK
2. Take the bus from Manhattan to Topeka
5h 49m
$104–402
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Kansas City, line 11 bus, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI)MDW - MCI
2. Take the bus from On 12Th At Charlotte Westbound Nearside to On Southwest Blvd At 27Th St Southbound
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topeka
7h 15m
$122–560
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kansas City, line 11 bus, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)ORD - MCI
2. Take the bus from On 12Th At Charlotte Westbound Nearside to On Southwest Blvd At 27Th St Southbound
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topeka
7h 26m
$182–610
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Salina Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Salina Municipal Airport (SLN)ORD - SLN
2. Take the bus from Salina to Topeka
6h 51m
$98–404
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Kansas City (MCI)MKE - MCI
3. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to Quincy Street Station - Topeka
8h 41m
$214–722

Chicago Loop to Old-Town by bus

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14h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 502.3 mi
Duration: 9h 39m

What companies run services between Chicago Loop, IL, USA and Old-Town, KS, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Topeka Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $75–140 and the journey takes 9h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Topeka via St Louis Bus Station in around 14h 5m.

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