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How to Travel from

Des Plaines to Kentucky

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Covington
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$343.94
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Louisville
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$891.70
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Blue
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$509.54

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Blue
Ave. Duration:
3h 32m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$121.02–$369.42

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Covington
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$382.16
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Louisville
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$891.70
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Blue
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$471.33

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Covington
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$121.02–$382.16
Plane from Midway International Airport to Louisville
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.65–$382.16
Plane from Midway International Airport to Covington
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.65–$382.16

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Website:
contouraviation.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Owensboro–Daviess
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$216.56

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
4h 54m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.75–$121.02

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Des Plaines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$7.01

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$127.39

Amtrak Thruway

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Indianapolis Amtrak Station to Louisville,
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.20–$89.17
Bus from Chicago Union Station to Louisville,
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$62.42–$229.29

Lextran

Phone:
+1 859-253-4636
Website:
lextran.com/
Bus from Transit Center to Centre
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Kentucky?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Kentucky is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 5h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Kentucky?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Kentucky is to fly which takes 2h 46m and costs $81.52 - $195.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Busse Hwy & Mason Ln and arriving at Louisville, KY via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 33m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Kentucky?

The distance between Des Plaines and Kentucky is 452 km. The road distance is 504.7 km.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Kentucky without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Kentucky without a car is to bus via Indianapolis which takes 7h 50m and costs $36.96 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Kentucky?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Des Plaines to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Kentucky bus from?

Des Plaines to Kentucky bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Bus or fly from Des Plaines to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Kentucky is to fly which takes 3h 18m and costs $70.65 - $250 . Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $36.96 - $195.65 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Kentucky bus arrive?

Des Plaines to Kentucky bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Louisville, KY station.

What is the time difference between Des Plaines and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Des Plaines. It is currently 18:52 in Des Plaines and 19:52 in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Kentucky is 505 km. It takes approximately 5h 19m to drive from Des Plaines to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are nine+ hotels available in Kentucky. Prices start at $86.86 per night.
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