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How to Travel from

Kentucky to Illinois

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Louisville International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$891.70
Plane from Covington to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$343.94
Plane from Blue Grass Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$509.54

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Louisville International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$292.99
Plane from Covington to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.43–$254.77
Plane from Blue Grass Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$121.02–$369.42

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Louisville International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$891.70
Plane from Covington to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$382.16
Plane from Blue Grass Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$471.33

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Louisville International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$445.85
Plane from Covington to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$407.64

Corporate Flight Management Inc

Website:
contouraviation.com/
Plane from Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$216.56

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Indianapolis to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.75–$121.02

Bus operators

Amtrak Thruway

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Louisville, KY to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$229.29
Bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$89.17

Lextran

Phone:
+1 859-253-4636
Website:
lextran.com/
Bus from Centre Parkway @ 1349 to Transit
Ave. Duration:
26 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.16

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Illinois?

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Illinois is to drive which costs $52.17 - $81.52 and takes 4h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kentucky to Illinois?

The fastest way to get from Kentucky to Illinois is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs $81.52 - $206.52 .

Is there a direct bus between Kentucky and Illinois?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Louisville, KY and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Kentucky to Illinois?

The distance between Kentucky and Illinois is 510 km. The road distance is 475.6 km.

How do I travel from Kentucky to Illinois without a car?

The best way to get from Kentucky to Illinois without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $54.35 - $195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Kentucky to Illinois?

It takes approximately 2h 29m to get from Kentucky to Illinois, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kentucky to Illinois bus from?

Kentucky to Illinois bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Bus or fly from Kentucky to Illinois?

The best way to get from Kentucky to Illinois is to fly which takes 2h 29m and costs $81.52 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $54.35 - $195.65 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Kentucky to Illinois bus arrive?

Kentucky to Illinois bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Kentucky and Illinois?

Illinois is 1h behind Kentucky. It is currently 08:03 in Kentucky and 07:03 in Illinois.

Can I drive from Kentucky to Illinois?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky to Illinois is 476 km. It takes approximately 4h 58m to drive from Kentucky to Illinois.

How do I get a bus ticket from Kentucky to Illinois?

Book your Kentucky to Illinois bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Illinois?

There are seven+ hotels available in Illinois. Prices start at $47.07 per night.
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