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

The cheapest way to get from Dayton to Chicago is to bus which costs $30 - $75 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dayton to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $50 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Dayton and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Dayton to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Wright Stop Plaza - N.B. and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Dayton Trotwood Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Dayton to Chicago?

The distance between Dayton and Chicago is 279 miles. The road distance is 289.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Dayton to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 7h 24m and costs $30 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Dayton to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dayton to Chicago bus from?

Dayton to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Dayton to Chicago?

The best way to get from Dayton to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 52m and costs $50 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $75 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Dayton to Chicago bus arrive?

Dayton to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Dayton and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Dayton. It is currently 1:08 AM in Dayton and 12:08 AM in Chicago.

Can I drive from Dayton to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Dayton to Chicago is 290 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Dayton to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 834+ hotels available in Chicago.

Dayton to Chicago - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Dayton to Chicago by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, 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
best
1. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DAY - ORD
3h 52m
$54–347
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
7h 24m
$30–72
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0421
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
9h 13m
$74–157
Drive 288.1 mi
1. Drive from Dayton to Chicagocar 288.1 mi
5h 4m
$53–76
Bus via Portland
1. Take the bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Portland, INbus Columbus-Chicago
2. Take the bus from Portland, IN to Chicagobus Columbus-Chicago
9h 14m
$30–102

Dayton to Chicago by bus and foot

17Weekly Services

7h 24mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 277 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Dayton, OH, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Dayton (DAY) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Dayton Trotwood Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 5h 50m. Barons Bus also services this route once daily.

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