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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Tennessee is to bus via James Robertson Pkwy & 7Th Ave N which costs $55 - $90 and takes 10h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Tennessee is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $170 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Tennessee?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Tennessee. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Central 4Th Ave - Bay 13 via Lafayette St & 5Th Ave S Wb. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 28m.

How far is it from Chicago to Tennessee?

The distance between Chicago and Tennessee is 509 miles. The road distance is 435.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Tennessee without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 6m and costs $110 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Chicago to Tennessee, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Tennessee bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Tennessee?

The best way to get from Chicago to Tennessee is to fly which takes 3h 43m and costs $170 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $160 and takes 10h 28m.

Where does the Chicago to Tennessee bus arrive?

Chicago to Tennessee bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Nashville Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Tennessee?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Tennessee is 435 miles. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Chicago to Tennessee.

Where can I stay near Tennessee?

There are 5340+ hotels available in Tennessee.

Chicago to Tennessee - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and subway

There are 11 ways to get from Chicago to Tennessee by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, subway, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), or bus (Amtrak)

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 Mcghee Tyson Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS)plane ORD - TYS
3h 43m
$178–825
Bus via James Robertson Pkwy & 7Th Ave N
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Train Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
10h 40m
$58–87
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carbondaletrain City of New Orleans / ...
2. Take the bus from Carbondale Intermodal Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521
10h 6m
$114–240
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Nashville Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
10h 28m
$65–155
Drive 432.9 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Nashvillecar 432.9 mi
8h 33m
$79–115
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Nashville
1. Take the subway from Roosevelt to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Nashville (BNA)plane MDW - BNA
3h 49m
$70–427
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA)plane ORD - CHA
3h 48m
$68–324
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Nashville
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Nashville (BNA)plane ORD - BNA
4h 21m
$94–397
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Memphis
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Memphis (MEM)plane ORD - MEM
5h 13m
$274–506
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Memphis
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Memphis (MEM)plane MDW - MEM
4h 42m
$104–656
Bus via Lafayette (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
2. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Nashvillebus Chicago
11h 53m
$76–116

Chicago to Tennessee by train and bus

7Weekly Services

10h 6mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 506 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Tennessee, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mcghee Tyson Airport (TYS) hourly. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Nashville Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $80–160 and the journey takes 9h 55m. Flixbus USA also services this route twice daily.

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