What is the cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from East Lansing to Chicago is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from East Lansing to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from East Lansing to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 14m and costs $65 - $370.

How far is it from East Lansing to Chicago?

The distance between East Lansing and Chicago is 204 miles. The road distance is 220 miles.

How do I travel from East Lansing to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 4h 59m and costs $30 - $95.

How long does it take to get from East Lansing to Chicago?

It takes approximately 2h 14m to get from East Lansing to Chicago, including transfers.

Train or fly from East Lansing to Chicago?

The best way to get from East Lansing to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 14m and costs $65 - $370. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $95 and takes 4h 59m.

What is the time difference between East Lansing and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind East Lansing. It is currently 11:28 AM in East Lansing and 10:28 AM in Chicago.

Can I drive from East Lansing to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between East Lansing to Chicago is 220 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from East Lansing to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1272+ hotels available in Chicago.

East Lansing to Chicago - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

There are 3 ways to get from East Lansing to Chicago by plane, train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LAN - ORD
2h 14m
$68–369
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Blue Water
4h 59m
$31–91
Drive 218.8 mi
1. Drive from East Lansing to Chicagocar 218.8 mi
3h 43m
$40–58

East Lansing to Chicago by bus and train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.7 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

What companies run services between East Lansing, MI, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $30–90 and the journey takes 3h 51m.

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