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

The cheapest way to get from Olathe to Chicago is to drive which costs $90 - $140 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olathe to Chicago is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $220 - $700.

How far is it from Olathe to Chicago?

The distance between Olathe and Chicago is 457 miles. The road distance is 522 miles.

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

The best way to get from Olathe to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 8h 8m and costs $150 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Olathe to Chicago, including transfers.

Train or bus from Olathe to Chicago?

The best way to get from Olathe to Chicago is to train which takes 8h 8m and costs $150 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $290 and takes 11h 32m.

Can I drive from Olathe to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Olathe to Chicago is 522 miles. It takes approximately 9h 20m to drive from Olathe to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1251+ hotels available in Chicago.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Olathe to Chicago by taxi, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), 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.

Taxi, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Take the taxi from Olathe to Kansas-City-Airport-MCItaxi
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MCI - MDW
2h 46m
$229–674
Drive 519 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Olathe to Chicagocar 519 mi
9h 20m
$95–137
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
8h 8m
$156–258
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
11h 32m
$156–285
Taxi, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the taxi from Olathe to Kansas-City-Airport-MCItaxi
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MCI - ORD
3h 6m
$284–784

Kansas City (MCI) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) flights

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1h 48mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 454.4 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

What companies run services between Olathe, KS, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Kansas City to Chicago Union Station twice daily. Tickets cost $65–150 and the journey takes 7h 41m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Olathe to Chicago Bus Station via Kansas City and Des Moines in around 11h 32m.

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