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How to Travel from

Chicago to Cambridge

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Transport providers

Airlines

JetBlue Airways

Website:
jetblue.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$56.05–$573.24

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$458.59
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$522.28
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$700.62

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$318.46
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.65–$292.99

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$573.24
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$522.28
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$343.94
Plane from Midway International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$420.37
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$127.39–$394.90
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$522.28
Plane from Midway International Airport to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$560.50

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Boston
Ave. Duration:
21h 54m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.91–$343.94

MBTA

Phone:
+1-617-222-3200
Website:
mbta.com
Train from Providence to Back
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.11–$16.56

Amtrak Northeast Regional

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Providence to Back
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.83–$242.03

Amtrak Acela

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Providence to Back
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.93–$394.90

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$140.12
Bus from Boston Manchester Airport to Boston
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.08–$76.43

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Newark
Ave. Duration:
19h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.80–$254.77
Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$82.80

Peter Pan Bus Lines

Phone:
1-800-343-9999
Website:
peterpanbus.com
Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$82.80

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Cambridge is to fly which costs $54.35 - $260.87 and takes 4h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Cambridge is to fly which takes 4h 19m and costs $86.96 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Cambridge station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at South Station, Boston, MA via Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Cambridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Boston. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h 54m.

How far is it from Chicago to Cambridge?

The distance between Chicago and Cambridge is 1428 km. The road distance is 1591 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 21h 54m and costs $86.96 - $293.48 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Chicago to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Cambridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Cambridge train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Chicago to Cambridge is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $54.35 - $260.87 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $86.96 - $293.48 and takes 21h 54m, you could also bus, which costs $76.09 - $336.96 and takes 26h 25m.

Where does the Chicago to Cambridge bus arrive?

Chicago to Cambridge bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Newark Penn Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Cambridge?

Cambridge is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 05:06 in Chicago and 06:06 in Cambridge.

Where does the Chicago to Cambridge train arrive?

Chicago to Cambridge train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Boston station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Cambridge is 1591 km. It takes approximately 16h 31m to drive from Chicago to Cambridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Cambridge?

Book your Chicago to Cambridge train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Cambridge?

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

Where can I stay near Cambridge?

There are 1106+ hotels available in Cambridge. Prices start at $72.22 per night.
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