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Chicago, United States of America → Empire, United States of America

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Six ways to Travel from Chicago to Empire

Composite routes from Chicago to Empire

Cheapest
5 h 49 min
Car
550 km.
from $30
Other
9 h 4 min
Train, Bus
350 km.
from $267.89
4 h 4 min
Bus, Plane
350 km.
from $249.47
9 h 42 min
Train, bus via Grand Rapids, Train, bus via Grand Rapids
350 km.
from $213.02
10 h 8 min
350 km.
from $265.02

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$500.00

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$293.48

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Website:
contouraviation.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manistee
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$206.52

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazoo
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$86.96
Train from Chicago Union Station to Grand
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$97.83

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$97.83

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$103.26
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$76.09

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Empire is to drive which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Empire is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $173.91 - $358.70 .

How far is it from Chicago to Empire?

The distance between Chicago and Empire is 434 km. The road distance is 501.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Empire without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 4m and costs $119.57 - $293.48 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Chicago to Empire, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Empire?

The best way to get from Chicago to Empire is to fly which takes 3h 39m and costs $173.91 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $304.35 and takes 10h 8m.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Empire?

Empire is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 03:08 in Chicago and 04:08 in Empire.

Can I drive from Chicago to Empire?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Empire is 502 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Chicago to Empire.

Where can I stay near Empire?

There are 257+ hotels available in Empire. Prices start at $78.51 per night.
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