What is the cheapest way to get from Indiana University to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Indiana University to Chicago is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Indiana University to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Indiana University to Chicago is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Indiana University and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bloomington and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Indiana University to Chicago?

The distance between Indiana University and Chicago is 242 miles. The road distance is 222.7 miles.

How do I travel from Indiana University to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Indiana University to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $40 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Indiana University to Chicago?

The bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus Station takes 5h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Indiana University to Chicago bus from?

Indiana University to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Bloomington station.

Where does the Indiana University to Chicago bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Indiana University and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Indiana University. It is currently 8:06 AM in Indiana University and 7:06 AM in Chicago.

Can I drive from Indiana University to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Indiana University to Chicago is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Indiana University to Chicago.

How do I get a bus ticket from Indiana University to Chicago?

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Chicago.

Indiana University to Chicago - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Indiana University to Chicago by bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, shuttle, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus (Flixbus)
best
1. Take the bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2512 / ...
5h 39m
$40–95
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bloomington, IN to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Evansville
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
7h 19m
$55–105
Drive 221.4 mi
1. Drive from Indiana University to Chicagocar 221.4 mi
4h 10m
$41–59
Shuttle, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from 7th St and Woodlawn Ave at the Indiana Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane IND - MDW
4h 34m
$76–395
Shuttle, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from 7th St and Woodlawn Ave at the Indiana Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IND - ORD
4h 58m
$126–415

Indiana University to Chicago by foot and bus (Flixbus)

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5h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 240.8 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

What companies run services between Indiana University, IN, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Bloomington to Chicago Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $40–95 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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