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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Utica is to bus which costs $90 - $240 and takes 17h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Utica is to fly and bus which takes 5h 37m and costs $120 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Utica?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Utica. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Utica via Cleveland, OH, Buffalo and Syracuse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Utica?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Utica Amtrak Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 7m.

How far is it from Chicago to Utica?

The distance between Chicago and Utica is 680 miles. The road distance is 726.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Utica without a car is to train which takes 14h 7m and costs $110 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Chicago to Utica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Utica bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Utica train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Utica?

The best way to get from Chicago to Utica is to train which takes 14h 7m and costs $110 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $240 and takes 17h 33m.

Where does the Chicago to Utica bus arrive?

Chicago to Utica bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Utica?

Utica is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 9:57 AM in Chicago and 10:57 AM in Utica.

Where does the Chicago to Utica train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Utica?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Utica is 727 miles. It takes approximately 12h 16m to drive from Chicago to Utica.

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

Book your Chicago to Utica train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Utica?

Book your Chicago to Utica bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Utica?

There are 28+ hotels available in Utica.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Utica by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or train

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Syracuse Hancock International Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR)ORD - SYR
2. Take the bus from Syracuse Airport, NY to Utica, NY
5h 37m
$122–660
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1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NY
3. Take the bus from Buffalo to Syracuse Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Syracuse to Utica253
17h 33m
$91–240
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Utica Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited
14h 7m
$110–250
Drive 722.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Utica722.5 mi
12h 16m
$132–191
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Albany County Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Albany County Airport (ALB)MDW - ALB
2. Take the train from Schenectady to Utica Amtrak Station
6h 50m
$146–794
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Albany County Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Albany County Airport (ALB)ORD - ALB
2. Take the train from Schenectady to Utica Amtrak Station
7h 22m
$226–644

Chicago to Utica by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 676.4 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Utica, NY, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Utica Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $110–250 and the journey takes 14h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Utica via Cleveland Bus Station, Cleveland, OH, Buffalo, NY, Buffalo, and Syracuse in around 17h 33m.

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