What is the cheapest way to get from Washington to Chicago Bus Station?

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Chicago Bus Station is to bus which costs $110 - $220 and takes 17h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Washington to Chicago Bus Station?

The fastest way to get from Washington to Chicago Bus Station is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $130 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Chicago Bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Washington and Chicago Bus Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Washington Union Station station and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 40m.

How far is it from Washington to Chicago Bus Station?

The distance between Washington and Chicago Bus Station is 614 miles. The road distance is 691.5 miles.

How do I travel from Washington to Chicago Bus Station without a car?

The best way to get from Washington to Chicago Bus Station without a car is to bus which takes 17h 25m and costs $110 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Washington to Chicago Bus Station?

It takes approximately 2h 57m to get from Washington to Chicago Bus Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Washington to Chicago Bus Station bus from?

Washington to Chicago Bus Station bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Where do I catch the Washington to Chicago Bus Station train from?

Washington to Chicago Bus Station train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Washington Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Washington to Chicago Bus Station?

The best way to get from Washington to Chicago Bus Station is to fly which takes 2h 57m and costs $130 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $220 and takes 17h 25m, you could also train, which costs $210 - $460 and takes 17h 49m.

Where does the Washington to Chicago Bus Station bus arrive?

Washington to Chicago Bus Station bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Washington and Chicago Bus Station?

Chicago Bus Station is 1h behind Washington. It is currently 1:08 PM in Washington and 12:08 PM in Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Washington to Chicago Bus Station train arrive?

Washington to Chicago Bus Station train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Washington to Chicago Bus Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Chicago Bus Station is 691 miles. It takes approximately 11h 56m to drive from Washington to Chicago Bus Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Washington to Chicago Bus Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Washington to Chicago Bus Station?

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Where can I stay near Chicago Bus Station?

There are 989+ hotels available in Chicago Bus Station.

Washington to Chicago Bus Station - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Washington to Chicago Bus Station by plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, subway, or train

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Fly Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DCA - MDW
2h 57m
$130–731
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane BWI - MDW
4h 29m
$79–990
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
17h 25m
$110–220
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian / ...
17h 49m
$210–460
Drive 687.5 mi
1. Drive from Washington to Chicago Bus Stationcar 687.5 mi
11h 56m
$126–182
Fly Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DCA - ORD
3h 16m
$110–614
Subway to Washington Dulles International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the subway from Farragut West, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington Dulles International Airport, Silver Line Center Platformsubway
2. Fly from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane IAD - ORD
4h 58m
$374–663
Train to Baltimore-Washington International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the train from Washington Union Station to BWI Thurgood Marshalltrain
2. Fly from Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BWI - ORD
4h 46m
$124–1,030

Washington to Chicago Bus Station by bus (Greyhound)

14Weekly Buses

17h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 610.4 mi
Duration: 2h 57m

What companies run services between Washington, DC, USA and Chicago Bus Station, IL, USA?

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Washington Union Station to Chicago Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $110–220 and the journey takes 17h 25m.

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