What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Emerald Isle?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Emerald Isle is to drive which costs $170 - $250 and takes 16h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Emerald Isle?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Emerald Isle is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 38m and costs $160 - $600.

How far is it from Chicago to Emerald Isle?

The distance between Chicago and Emerald Isle is 784 miles. The road distance is 954.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Emerald Isle without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Emerald Isle without a car is to train and night bus and bus which takes 28h 35m and costs $150 - $550.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Emerald Isle?

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Chicago to Emerald Isle, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Emerald Isle?

Emerald Isle is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 12:36 PM in Chicago and 1:36 PM in Emerald Isle.

Can I drive from Chicago to Emerald Isle?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Emerald Isle is 955 miles. It takes approximately 16h 38m to drive from Chicago to Emerald Isle.

Where can I stay near Emerald Isle?

There are 135+ hotels available in Emerald Isle. Prices start at $43<span style='font-size: 9px;'> USD</span> per night.

Chicago to Emerald Isle - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Emerald Isle by plane, taxi, train, night bus, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2rio's travel planner.

1. Fly from Chicago Midway to JacksonvilleMDW - OAJ
2. Take the taxi from Jacksonville to Emerald Isle
best
Fly Chicago Midway to Jacksonville, taxi
6h 38m
$162–575
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Washington Union StationGreyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Jacksonville Bus StopGreyhound US0658s
cheapest
Bus
32h 24m
$141–617
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville Amtrak
2. Take the night bus from Washington Union Station to Raleigh Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Jacksonville Bus Stop
Train, night bus, bus
28h 35m
$157–550
1. Drive from Chicago to Emerald Isle949 mi
Drive 949 mi
16h 38m
$174–251
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare to WilmingtonORD - ILM
2. Take the bus from Wilmington Cape Fear Public Transit to Jacksonville Bus Stop
Fly Chicago O'Hare to Wilmington, bus
7h 4m
$150–599
1. Fly from Chicago Midway to Myrtle BeachMDW - MYR
2. Take the bus from Myrtle Beach Bus Station to Jacksonville Bus Stop
Fly Chicago Midway to Myrtle Beach, bus
8h 26m
$156–728
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Washington Union StationCapitol Limited / ...
2. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Jacksonville Bus StopGreyhound US0658s
Train, bus
30h 14m
$157–528
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Washington Union Station
2. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Fayetteville Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Fayetteville Bus Station to Wilmington Cape Fear Public Transit
4. Take the bus from Wilmington Cape Fear Public Transit to Jacksonville Bus Stop
Train, bus via Fayetteville
30h 27m
$173–603

Chicago Midway to Jacksonville flights

31Weekly Planes

4h 59mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 779.7 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Emerald Isle, NC, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Emerald Isle via Washington Union Station and Jacksonville Bus Stop in around 32h 24m.

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