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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Morehead is to bus and drive which costs $60 - $130 and takes 9h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Morehead is to fly and drive which takes 4h 26m and costs $100 - $650.

How far is it from Chicago to Morehead?

The distance between Chicago and Morehead is 415 miles. The road distance is 390.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Morehead without a car is to train and taxi which takes 11h 11m and costs $160 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Chicago to Morehead, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Morehead?

Morehead is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 12:38 PM in Chicago and 1:38 PM in Morehead.

Can I drive from Chicago to Morehead?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Morehead is 390 miles. It takes approximately 7h 13m to drive from Chicago to Morehead.

Where can I stay near Morehead?

There are 12+ hotels available in Morehead.

Chicago to Morehead - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, bus, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Morehead by plane, car, bus, train, or taxi

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 O'Hare International Airport to Blue Grass Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)ORD - LEX
2. Drive from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Morehead
4h 26m
$106–624
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati
2. Take the bus from University of Cincinnati to Seaman
3. Drive from Seaman to Morehead
9h 50m
$61–130
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Maysville Amtrak StationCardinal
2. Take the taxi from Maysville Amtrak Station to Morehead
11h 11m
$162–298
Drive 388.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Morehead388.2 mi
7h 13m
$71–103
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Louisville International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)MDW - SDF
2. Drive from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Morehead
4h 58m
$92–475

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) flights

47Weekly Planes

1h 31mAverage Duration

$94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 412.6 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Morehead, Rowan County, KY, USA?

There is no direct connection from Chicago to Morehead. However, you can take the subway to O'Hare, walk to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) airport, fly to Blue Grass Airport (LEX), then drive to Morehead. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Morehead via University of Cincinnati and Seaman in around 9h 50m.

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