What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Back Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Back Bay is to bus which costs $170 - $310 and takes 31h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Back Bay?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Back Bay is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $180 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Back Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Back Bay. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at UNE Campus Center via New York Midtown, St John St and Saco Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 41m.

How far is it from Chicago to Back Bay?

The distance between Chicago and Back Bay is 929 miles. The road distance is 1031.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Back Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Back Bay without a car is to train which takes 26h 23m and costs $320 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Back Bay?

It takes approximately 4h 18m to get from Chicago to Back Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Back Bay bus from?

Chicago to Back Bay bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Back Bay?

The best way to get from Chicago to Back Bay is to fly which takes 4h 18m and costs $180 - $700. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $320 - $700 and takes 26h 23m, you could also bus, which costs $170 - $310 and takes 31h 41m.

Where does the Chicago to Back Bay bus arrive?

Chicago to Back Bay bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Back Bay?

Back Bay is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 8:37 AM in Chicago and 9:37 AM in Back Bay.

Can I drive from Chicago to Back Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Back Bay is 1031 miles. It takes approximately 19h 8m to drive from Chicago to Back Bay.

Where can I stay near Back Bay?

There are 145+ hotels available in Back Bay.

Chicago to Back Bay - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Back Bay by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus), or car

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Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Portland (PWM)plane MDW - PWM
4h 18m
$182–690
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Portland (PWM)plane ORD - PWM
4h 49m
$152–520
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Boston to Saco Amtrak Stationtrain Downeaster
26h 23m
$320–693
Bus (Flixbus)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to New York Midtownbus FlixBus N2640
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to City of Portlandbus FlixBus N2615
31h 41m
$174–305
Drive 1,025.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Back Baycar 1,025.2 mi
19h 8m
$188–271

Chicago to Back Bay by train, subway, and bus (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

26h 23mAverage Duration

$320Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Back Bay.

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Distance: 923.2 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Back Bay, ME, USA?

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Portland (PWM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chicago Union Station to UNE Campus Center via Boston, Back Bay, North Station, Boston, Saco Amtrak Station, and Saco Transportation Center in around 26h 23m.

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