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How to Travel from

Chicago to Carowinds

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$260.87
Plane from South Bend to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$760.87
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$815.22

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from South Bend to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$402.17
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$293.48

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$250.00
Plane from South Bend to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$815.22
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$652.17

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$31.52–$217.39

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$445.65
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$456.52

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Cary
Ave. Duration:
24h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$86.96–$304.35
Train from Cary to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$92.39
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$70.65

South Shore Line

Phone:
+1 219-926-5744
Website:
mysouthshoreline.com/
Train from Van Buren St. to South
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$5.98–$14.13

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Toledo
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.22–$130.43
Bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
14h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.39–$260.87

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Chicago to N
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$76.09
Bus from N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbus to Chillicothe
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.57–$34.78
Bus from Chillicothe to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.04–$86.96
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Toledo
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$65.22
Bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
15h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.78–$119.57

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Carowinds is to fly which costs $76.09 - $152.17 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Carowinds is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $130.43 - $282.61 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Carowinds?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Carowinds. However, there are services departing from Chicago and arriving at Carowinds Park and Ride @ Cabelas Drive via N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbus, Chillicothe and 4th St & Graham St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 19m.

How far is it from Chicago to Carowinds?

The distance between Chicago and Carowinds is 1019 km. The road distance is 1220.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Carowinds without a car is to bus via Chillicothe which takes 21h 19m and costs $76.09 - $206.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Chicago to Carowinds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Carowinds bus from?

Chicago to Carowinds bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Chicago station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Carowinds?

The best way to get from Chicago to Carowinds is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus via Chillicothe, which costs $76.09 - $206.52 and takes 21h 19m, you could also train, which costs $108.70 - $402.17 and takes 30h 20m.

Where does the Chicago to Carowinds bus arrive?

Chicago to Carowinds bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at N Wilson Rd & Ferrell Pl - Columbus station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Carowinds?

Carowinds is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 03:59 in Chicago and 04:59 in Carowinds.

Can I drive from Chicago to Carowinds?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Carowinds is 1221 km. It takes approximately 13h 6m to drive from Chicago to Carowinds.

Where can I stay near Carowinds?

There are 629+ hotels available in Carowinds. Prices start at $44.50 per night.
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