What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Saint Joseph?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Saint Joseph is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Saint Joseph?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Saint Joseph is to fly and drive which takes 6h 31m and costs $75 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Saint Joseph?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Saint Joseph. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at St. Joseph via Omaha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 54m.

How far is it from Chicago to Saint Joseph?

The distance between Chicago and Saint Joseph is 495 miles. The road distance is 493.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Saint Joseph without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Saint Joseph without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 29m and costs $75 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Saint Joseph?

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Chicago to Saint Joseph, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Saint Joseph bus from?

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

Where does the Chicago to Saint Joseph bus arrive?

Chicago to Saint Joseph bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Omaha, NE station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Saint Joseph?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Saint Joseph is 493 miles. It takes approximately 8h 23m to drive from Chicago to Saint Joseph.

Where can I stay near Saint Joseph?

There are 24+ hotels available in Saint Joseph.

Chicago to Saint Joseph - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Saint Joseph by plane, bus, train, 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 Chicago Midway International Airport to Kansas City, bus
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MDW - MCI
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to St. Josephbus
6h 43m
$98–655
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123
2. Take the bus from Omaha to St. Josephbus Jefferson 706
13h 54m
$67–179
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Warrensburg Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Warrensburg Chamber Of Commerce to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to St. Josephbus
13h 29m
$79–211
Drive 490.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Saint Josephcar 490.6 mi
8h 23m
$90–130
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kansas City, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kansas City (MCI)plane ORD - MCI
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to St. Josephbus
7h 11m
$138–655
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane ORD - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Saint Josephcar
6h 31m
$76–340
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Kansas City, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Kansas City (MCI)plane MKE - MCI
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to St. Josephbus
8h 20m
$349–666
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha (OMA)plane ORD - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha to St. Josephbus
9h 14m
$118–787
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)plane MDW - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha to St. Josephbus
8h 49m
$168–1,037

Chicago to Saint Joseph by train and bus

7Weekly Services

13h 29mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Saint Joseph.

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Distance: 492.5 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Saint Joseph, MO, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to St. Joseph via Omaha in around 13h 54m.

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