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Four ways to Travel from Chicago to Charleston

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By car (1 462 km)
15 h 20 min
1462 km.
from $80
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Rideshare
15 h 20 min
1462 km.
from $19.07
Bus
12 h 9 min
642 km.
from $146.43

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Yeager
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$598.71

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Yeager
Ave. Duration:
5h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$611.45

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Yeager
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Charleston
Ave. Duration:
13h 36m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$61.15–$216.56

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Columbus to Charleston
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$127.39

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$121.02

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Charleston is to bus which costs $42.39 - $217.39 and takes 12h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Charleston is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $70.65 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Charleston station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Charleston Bus Station via Columbus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Charleston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Charleston. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 13h 36m.

Is there a direct flight between Chicago and Charleston?

Yes, there are direct flights between Chicago and Charleston; these take 1h 34m and cost $59.78 - $413.04 .

How far is it from Chicago to Charleston?

The distance between Chicago and Charleston is 705 km. The road distance is 777.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Charleston without a car is to bus which takes 12h 9m and costs $42.39 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Chicago to Charleston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Charleston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Charleston train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Charleston?

The best way to get from Chicago to Charleston is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $70.65 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $42.39 - $217.39 and takes 12h 9m, you could also train, which costs $52.17 - $184.78 and takes 13h 36m.

Where does the Chicago to Charleston bus arrive?

Chicago to Charleston bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Columbus station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Charleston?

Charleston is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 07:03 in Chicago and 08:03 in Charleston.

Where does the Chicago to Charleston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Charleston is 778 km. It takes approximately 8h 29m to drive from Chicago to Charleston.

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

Book your Chicago to Charleston train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Chicago to Charleston bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 35+ hotels available in Charleston. Prices start at $52.08 per night.
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