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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Grayling is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Grayling is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 3m and costs $190 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Grayling?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Grayling. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Grayling, MI via Kalamazoo, MI and East Lansing, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Chicago to Grayling?

The distance between Chicago and Grayling is 292 miles. The road distance is 330.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Grayling without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $55 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Chicago to Grayling, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Grayling bus from?

Chicago to Grayling bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Grayling bus arrive?

Chicago to Grayling bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kalamazoo Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Grayling?

Grayling is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 1:06 PM in Chicago and 2:06 PM in Grayling.

Can I drive from Chicago to Grayling?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Grayling is 330 miles. It takes approximately 5h 24m to drive from Chicago to Grayling.

Where can I stay near Grayling?

There are 44+ hotels available in Grayling.

Chicago to Grayling - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Grayling by plane, taxi, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), 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.

Fly to Traverse City, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Traverse City (TVC)ORD - TVC
2. Take the taxi from Traverse-City-Airport-TVC to Grayling
4h 3m
$198–465
Fly to Mbs International Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mbs International Airport (MBS)ORD - MBS
2. Drive from Mbs International Airport (MBS) to Grayling
4h 51m
$56–292
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to East Lansing Amtrak StationBlue Water
2. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Grayling, MI1488
8h 45m
$59–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stop
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to East Lansing, MI
3. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Grayling, MI
13h 30m
$79–190
Drive 328.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Grayling328.2 mi
5h 24m
$60–87
Fly to Manistee County-Blacker Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL)ORD - MBL
2. Drive from Manistee County-Blacker Airport (MBL) to Grayling
5h 19m
$60–152

Chicago to Grayling by train and bus

7Weekly Services

8h 45mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Grayling, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Grayling, MI via Kalamazoo, MI and East Lansing, MI in around 13h 30m.

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