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How to Travel from

Chicago to Boston University

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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:
$45.65–$369.57

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$413.04
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
2h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$97.83–$434.78
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$597.83

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$250.00
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$228.26

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.65–$478.26
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Monday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$423.91
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$597.83

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to General
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$369.57
Plane from Midway International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$347.83
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Theodore
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$326.09
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$456.52
Plane from Midway International Airport to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$489.13

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:
$86.96–$293.48

MBTA

Phone:
+1-617-222-3200
Website:
mbta.com
Train from Providence to Back
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.00–$13.04

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:
$14.13–$195.65

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:
$19.57–$326.09

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:
$14.13–$119.57
Bus from Boston Manchester Airport to Boston
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.37–$59.78

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:
$70.65–$217.39
Bus from Newark Penn Station, Newark, NJ to South
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$70.65

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:
$5.33–$65.22

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Boston University?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Boston University is to fly which costs $54.35 - $282.61 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Boston University?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Boston University is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs $81.52 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Boston University?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Boston University. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Boston University East via Copley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 15m.

How far is it from Chicago to Boston University?

The distance between Chicago and Boston University is 1431 km. The road distance is 1591.1 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Boston University without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Boston University without a car is to train which takes 22h 15m and costs $86.96 - $293.48 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Boston University?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Chicago to Boston University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Boston University train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Boston University?

The best way to get from Chicago to Boston University is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $54.35 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $86.96 - $293.48 and takes 22h 15m, you could also bus, which costs $76.09 - $336.96 and takes 27h 20m.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Boston University?

Boston University is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 03:58 in Chicago and 04:58 in Boston University.

Where does the Chicago to Boston University train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Boston University?

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

Where can I stay near Boston University?

There are 1126+ hotels available in Boston University. Prices start at $69.98 per night.
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