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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Pontiac is to bus which costs $35 - $100 and takes 8h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Pontiac is to drive which takes 4h 52m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Phoenix Center via Jefferson + Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Pontiac?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Pontiac Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 11m.

How far is it from Chicago to Pontiac?

The distance between Chicago and Pontiac is 304 miles. The road distance is 281 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Pontiac without a car is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs $60 - $180.

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

The train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Station takes 6h 11m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Pontiac bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Pontiac train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Pontiac?

The best way to get from Chicago to Pontiac is to train which takes 6h 11m and costs $60 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $100 and takes 8h 16m.

Where does the Chicago to Pontiac bus arrive?

Chicago to Pontiac bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Pontiac?

Pontiac is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 12:49 AM in Chicago and 1:49 AM in Pontiac.

Where does the Chicago to Pontiac train arrive?

Chicago to Pontiac train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Pontiac Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Pontiac is 281 miles. It takes approximately 4h 52m to drive from Chicago to Pontiac.

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

Book your Chicago to Pontiac train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 270+ hotels available in Pontiac.

Chicago to Pontiac - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Pontiac by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, bus, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak StationWolverine
6h 11m
$60–180
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus StationGreyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Jefferson + Griswold to Phoenix Center462
8h 16m
$37–98
Drive 279.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Pontiac279.4 mi
4h 52m
$51–74
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)ORD - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint, MI to Pontiac, MI
5h 7m
$78–332
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Detroit, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Detroit (DTW)MDW - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Station
5h 48m
$66–355
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Detroit, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit (DTW)ORD - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Pontiac Amtrak Station
6h 28m
$132–355
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Mbs International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mbs International Airport (MBS)ORD - MBS
2. Take the bus from Bay City, MI to Pontiac, MI
6h 48m
$92–350
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Capital Region International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Capital Region International Airport (LAN)ORD - LAN
2. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to Pontiac, MI
7h 15m
$66–384

Chicago to Pontiac by train (Amtrak)

21Weekly Trains

6h 11mAverage Duration

$60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302.7 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac Amtrak Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $60–180 and the journey takes 6h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Phoenix Center via Detroit Bus Station and Jefferson + Griswold in around 8h 16m.

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