What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Exeter?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Exeter is to drive which costs $170 - $260 and takes 18h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Exeter?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Exeter is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 18m and costs $320 - $950.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Exeter?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Exeter station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Exeter Station via Back Bay and Boston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 15m.

How far is it from Chicago to Exeter?

The distance between Chicago and Exeter is 883 miles. The road distance is 987.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Exeter without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Exeter without a car is to train which takes 24h 15m and costs $110 - $750.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Exeter?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Exeter train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Exeter?

The best way to get from Chicago to Exeter is to train which takes 24h 15m and costs $110 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $380 and takes 26h 30m.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Exeter?

Exeter is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 6:30 AM in Chicago and 7:30 AM in Exeter.

Where does the Chicago to Exeter train arrive?

Chicago to Exeter train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Exeter?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Exeter is 988 miles. It takes approximately 18h 8m to drive from Chicago to Exeter.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Exeter?

Book your Chicago to Exeter train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Exeter?

There are 276+ hotels available in Exeter.

Chicago to Exeter - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Exeter by plane, taxi, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, 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.

Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Manchester Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Manchester Airport (MHT)plane MDW - MHT
2. Take the taxi from Manchester-Airport-MHT to Exetertaxi
4h 18m
$322–905
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bostontrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the train from Boston to Exeter Stationtrain Downeaster
24h 15m
$114–736
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Newark Penn Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus 108
3. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Portsmouthbus
26h 30m
$194–378
Drive 982.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Exetercar 982.1 mi
18h 8m
$180–259
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manchester Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manchester Airport (MHT)plane ORD - MHT
2. Take the taxi from Manchester-Airport-MHT to Exetertaxi
4h 57m
$288–705
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane ORD - BOS
2. Take the train from Woburn Amtrak Station to Exeter Stationtrain
6h 47m
$154–409
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Boston Logan Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)plane MDW - BOS
2. Take the train from Woburn Amtrak Station to Exeter Stationtrain
6h 26m
$144–639

Chicago to Exeter by train and subway (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

24h 15mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Exeter.

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Distance: 878.3 mi
Duration: 4h 18m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Exeter, NH, USA?

You can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Exeter Station via Boston, Back Bay, North Station, and Boston in around 24h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Exeter via Newark Penn Station, Port Authority Bus Terminal, and Portsmouth in around 26h 30m.

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