What is the cheapest way to get from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL?

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL is to bus which costs $30 - $70 and takes 7h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL?

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL is to drive and fly which takes 3h 59m and costs $90 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati Union Terminal and Chicago, IL?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL station. However, there are services departing from Dalton & Sherman Avenues and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Northside Transit Center - Shelter C and Cincinnati. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Cincinnati Union Terminal and Chicago, IL?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Cincinnati Union Terminal and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL?

The distance between Cincinnati Union Terminal and Chicago, IL is 431 miles. The road distance is 290.3 miles.

How do I travel from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL without a car?

The best way to get from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL without a car is to bus which takes 7h 43m and costs $30 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL bus from?

Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Cincinnati station.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL train from?

Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Cincinnati Union Terminal station.

Train or bus from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL?

The best way to get from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL is to bus which takes 7h 43m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $70 - $170 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL bus arrive?

Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati Union Terminal and Chicago, IL?

Chicago, IL is 1h behind Cincinnati Union Terminal. It is currently 11:14 AM in Cincinnati Union Terminal and 10:14 AM in Chicago, IL.

Where does the Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL train arrive?

Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL is 290 miles. It takes approximately 4h 59m to drive from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL.

How do I get a train ticket from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL?

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Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL - 9 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL by car, plane, bus (Flixbus), train (Amtrak), 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.

Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Drive from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LEX - ORD
4h 7m
$68–357
Bus (Flixbus)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2514
7h 43m
$33–65
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
9h 28m
$70–170
Drive 288.6 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, ILcar 288.6 mi
4h 59m
$53–77
Line 49 bus to Covington, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Museum Center to Government Square Area Fbus
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CVG - ORD
4h 35m
$56–369
Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Drive from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane SDF - MDW
3h 59m
$91–513
Line 49 bus to Covington, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Museum Center to Government Square Area Fbus
2. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane CVG - MDW
4h 13m
$91–609
Bus, line 08 bus to Dayton, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Northwest Hub to Wright Stop Plaza - S.B.bus
3. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DAY - ORD
6h 57m
$89–415
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Indianapolistrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100 / ...
8h 14m
$58–117

Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago, IL by train and foot (Amtrak)

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9h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 428.1 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Cincinnati Union Terminal, OH, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus Station 6 times a week. Tickets cost $30–60 and the journey takes 6h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Cincinnati Union Terminal to Chicago Union Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost $70–170 and the journey takes 9h 19m.

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