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

The cheapest way to get from Golden to Chicago is to drive which costs $160 - $250 and takes 16h.

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

The fastest way to get from Golden to Chicago is to fly and train which takes 8h 5m and costs $230 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Golden and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Golden to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Ford St & 12th St and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Oak Station Gate C and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Golden and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Golden station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Oak Station and arriving at Chicago Union Station via Denver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 45m.

How far is it from Golden to Chicago?

The distance between Golden and Chicago is 948 miles. The road distance is 1014.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Golden to Chicago without a car is to train which takes 20h 45m and costs $550 - $900.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Golden to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Golden to Chicago bus from?

Golden to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Denver Union Station.

Where do I catch the Golden to Chicago train from?

Golden to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Denver station.

Train or bus from Golden to Chicago?

The best way to get from Golden to Chicago is to train which takes 20h 45m and costs $550 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $300 and takes 22h 32m.

Where does the Golden to Chicago bus arrive?

Golden to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Golden and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h ahead of Golden. It is currently 5:44 AM in Golden and 6:44 AM in Chicago.

Where does the Golden to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Golden to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Golden to Chicago is 1015 miles. It takes approximately 16h to drive from Golden to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1315+ hotels available in Chicago.

Golden to Chicago - 6 ways to travel via train, line 17 bus, tram, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Golden to Chicago by bus, tram, plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, or train

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Line 17 bus, tram, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Ford St & 12th St to Oak Station Gate Ebus
2. Take the tram from Oak Station to Union Station Light Rail Plazatram
3. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DEN - MDW
5h 46m
Drive 1,009 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Golden to Chicagocar 1,009 mi
16h
$167–241
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Denver to Chicago Union Stationtrain California Zephyr
20h 45m
$550–900
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S
22h 32m
$190–292
Line 17 bus, tram, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Ford St & 12th St to Oak Station Gate Ebus
2. Take the tram from Oak Station to Union Station Light Rail Plazatram
3. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEN - ORD
6h 3m
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, train
1. Fly from Denver (DEN) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DEN - MKE
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
8h 5m
$233–833

Golden to Chicago by bus, tram, foot, and train (Amtrak)

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20h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 942.6 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Golden, CO, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Denver to Chicago Union Station once daily. Tickets cost $550–900 and the journey takes 18h 40m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Denver Union Station to Chicago Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $180–280 and the journey takes 20h 30m.

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