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How to Travel from

Manhattan to Chicago

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

JetBlue Airways

Website:
jetblue.com/
Plane from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$434.78

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Laguardia Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$402.17
Plane from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$369.57

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Laguardia Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$326.09
Plane from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$391.30
Plane from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$369.57
Plane from Westchester County Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$326.09

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Laguardia Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$239.13
Plane from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$76.09–$206.52
Plane from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$217.39
Plane from Westchester County Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$65.22–$184.78

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Laguardia Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$380.43
Plane from Newark Liberty International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$326.09

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Laguardia Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$532.61

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
19h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$81.52–$282.61

Metro-North Railroad (MNR)

Phone:
877.690.5114
Website:
mta.info/agency/metro-north-railroad
Train from 125th Street - Harlem to White
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.70–$14.13

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Baltimore
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$108.70
Bus from Baltimore Downtown Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
16h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.00–$304.35

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from New York Midtown to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
20h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$217.39

Peter Pan Bus Lines

Phone:
1-800-343-9999
Website:
peterpanbus.com
Bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Baltimore
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$5.43–$59.78

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Chicago is to fly which costs $65.22 - $239.13 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $76.09 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from New York Midtown and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 20h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Manhattan and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station station and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 19h 32m.

Is there a direct flight between Manhattan and Chicago?

Yes, there are direct flights between Manhattan and Chicago; these take 2h 25m and cost $70.65 - $391.30 .

How far is it from Manhattan to Chicago?

The distance between Manhattan and Chicago is 1194 km. The road distance is 1275.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Manhattan to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 19h 32m and costs $81.52 - $282.61 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Manhattan to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Chicago bus from?

Manhattan to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from New York Midtown station.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Chicago train from?

Manhattan to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station.

Train, bus or fly from Manhattan to Chicago?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $76.09 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $81.52 - $282.61 and takes 19h 32m, you could also bus, which costs $70.65 - $217.39 and takes 20h 25m.

Where does the Manhattan to Chicago bus arrive?

Manhattan to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Manhattan and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Manhattan. It is currently 13:46 in Manhattan and 12:46 in Chicago.

Where does the Manhattan to Chicago train arrive?

Manhattan to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Chicago is 1275 km. It takes approximately 13h 6m to drive from Manhattan to Chicago.

How do I get a train ticket from Manhattan to Chicago?

Book your Manhattan to Chicago train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manhattan to Chicago?

Book your Manhattan to Chicago bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Chicago. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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