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Chicago, United States of America → Independence, United States of America

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Eleven ways to Travel from Chicago to Independence

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to The
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Waterloo
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$407.64–$458.59
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dane
Ave. Duration:
59 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$471.33
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to La
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$828.01

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to The
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.65–$267.51
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Mason
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$573.24
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dane
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$445.85

Key Lime

Website:
keylimeair.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Dubuque
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$292.99

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$70.06

South Shore Line

Phone:
+1 219-926-5744
Website:
mysouthshoreline.com/
Train from Van Buren St. to Gary
Ave. Duration:
46 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.08–$9.04

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.69–$8.28

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$121.02
Bus from Gary Bus Station to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$140.12

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$47.13–$102.05
Bus from Davenport to Waterloo
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.04–$82.80
Bus from Naperville Amtrak Station to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.04–$82.80
Bus from Davenport to Cedar
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$62.42

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Independence is to drive which costs $42.39 - $65.22 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Independence is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 35m and costs $250 - $445.65 .

How far is it from Chicago to Independence?

The distance between Chicago and Independence is 419 km. The road distance is 394.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Independence without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $103.26 - $250 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Chicago to Independence, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chicago to Independence?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Independence is 394 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Chicago to Independence.

Where can I stay near Independence?

There are four+ hotels available in Independence. Prices start at $64.75 per night.
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