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How to Travel from

Atlanta to Chicago

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Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$292.99

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$560.50
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to South
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$891.70
Plane from Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$407.64–$522.28
Plane from Peoria International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$471.33
Plane from University Of Illinois Willard Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$484.07
Plane from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$318.46

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$382.16
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$305.73
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to South
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$496.81

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$700.62
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to South
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$1,019.09
Plane from Peoria International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$445.85
Plane from Decatur Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$242.03

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$229.29
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.78–$318.46

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$496.81

Key Lime

Website:
keylimeair.com/
Plane from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$280.25–$343.94

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Lincoln Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$101.91
Train from Lincoln Amtrak Station to Springfield
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.37–$70.06

South Shore Line

Phone:
+1 219-926-5744
Website:
mysouthshoreline.com/
Train from South Bend Airport to Van
Ave. Duration:
2h 1m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$7.01–$16.56

Chicago Transit (CTA)

Phone:
+1 888-968-7282
Website:
transitchicago.com/
Bus from Cermak & 54th Avenue to Cermak
Ave. Duration:
34 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.52

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
16h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$343.94
Bus from Bloomington to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$140.12

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
10h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$165.60
Bus from Indianapolis to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$76.43
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
14h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$203.82

Pace Bus

Phone:
+1(847) 364-7223
Website:
pacebus.com
Bus from Oak Brook Center / Macy's to Cermak
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.29–$3.18

Peoria Charter Coach Company

Phone:
+1 800-448-0572
Website:
peoriacharter.com
Bus from Watterson Towers to Oakbrook
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.41–$56.05

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Atlanta to Chicago is to bus via Indianapolis which costs $59.78 - $206.52 and takes 15h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Atlanta to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $86.96 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Atlanta and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Atlanta Bus Station station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 16h 10m.

How far is it from Atlanta to Chicago?

The distance between Atlanta and Chicago is 983 km. The road distance is 1150.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Atlanta to Chicago without a car is to bus via Indianapolis which takes 15h 25m and costs $59.78 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Atlanta to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Atlanta to Chicago bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Atlanta to Chicago?

The best way to get from Atlanta to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $86.96 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $59.78 - $206.52 and takes 15h 25m.

Where does the Atlanta to Chicago bus arrive?

Atlanta to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Indianapolis station.

What is the time difference between Atlanta and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Atlanta. It is currently 14:11 in Atlanta and 13:11 in Chicago.

Can I drive from Atlanta to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Atlanta to Chicago is 1151 km. It takes approximately 11h 53m to drive from Atlanta to Chicago.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Chicago. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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