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New Orleans to Chicago, IL

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Four ways to Travel from New Orleans to Chicago, Il

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1489 km.
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Rideshare
15 h 10 min
1489 km.
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Bus
25 h 15 min
1342 km.
from $315.85

Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.48–$447.04

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.95–$766.36

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.27–$702.50

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.27–$472.59
Plane from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.34–$370.41

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
19h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.79–$332.09

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Memphis
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.21–$229.91
Bus from Memphis Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
16h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.20–$344.86

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from New Orleans to Chicago, IL?

The cheapest way to get from New Orleans to Chicago, IL is to fly which costs $52.17 - $358.70 and takes 5h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from New Orleans to Chicago, IL?

The fastest way to get from New Orleans to Chicago, IL is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $59.78 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between New Orleans and Chicago, IL?

No, there is no direct bus from New Orleans station to Chicago, IL station. However, there are services departing from New Orleans Bus Station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Memphis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 15m.

Is there a direct train between New Orleans and Chicago, IL?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 30m.

How far is it from New Orleans to Chicago, IL?

The distance between New Orleans and Chicago, IL is 1372 km. The road distance is 1488.9 km.

How do I travel from New Orleans to Chicago, IL without a car?

The best way to get from New Orleans to Chicago, IL without a car is to train which takes 19h 39m and costs $81.52 - $282.61 .

How long does it take to get from New Orleans to Chicago, IL?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from New Orleans to Chicago, IL, including transfers.

Where do I catch the New Orleans to Chicago, IL bus from?

New Orleans to Chicago, IL bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from New Orleans Bus Station.

Where do I catch the New Orleans to Chicago, IL train from?

New Orleans to Chicago, IL train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from New Orleans Union Passenger Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from New Orleans to Chicago, IL?

The best way to get from New Orleans to Chicago, IL is to fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $59.78 - $336.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $81.52 - $282.61 and takes 19h 39m, you could also bus, which costs $76.09 - $489.13 and takes 25h 15m.

Where does the New Orleans to Chicago, IL bus arrive?

New Orleans to Chicago, IL bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Memphis Bus Station.

Where does the New Orleans to Chicago, IL train arrive?

New Orleans to Chicago, IL train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from New Orleans to Chicago, IL?

Yes, the driving distance between New Orleans to Chicago, IL is 1489 km. It takes approximately 15h 9m to drive from New Orleans to Chicago, IL.

How do I get a train ticket from New Orleans to Chicago, IL?

Book your New Orleans to Chicago, IL train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from New Orleans to Chicago, IL?

Book your New Orleans to Chicago, IL bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chicago, IL?

There are 1268+ hotels available in Chicago, IL. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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