How to travel from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL

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Compare train and flight for Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of L 203 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 57m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of L 203, while a flight costs an average of L 3,172.

Distance: 183 miles (296 km)

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Driving

L 203

Average price

Cheapest

L 3,172

Average price

L 226

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

3h 57m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 27m

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30m

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6h 2m

Average total duration

4h 2m

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2h 0m

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3h 47m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.9 - 1.8kg

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CO2 emissions

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Most popular train company

United

Most popular airline

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Compare ways to travel from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL

Compare the available ways to get from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL is a train with an average price of L 203.

This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL:

A train is L 2,970 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL costing on average L 3,172.

The fastest way to travel from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL is by train with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Macomb, IL take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 2m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Chicago, IL and Macomb, IL including taking a train and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 20m faster (3h 27m by train vs 3h 47m by car) and roughly L 24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (L 203 vs L 226). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL

How to get from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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FAQs: Travel from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL

Travel to Macomb, IL easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL.

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There are 2 options to travel between Chicago, IL and Macomb, IL including taking a train and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL is a train with an average price of L 203.

This is compared to other travel options from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL:

A train is L 2,970 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL costing on average L 3,172.

The fastest way to travel from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL is by train with an average journey time of 3h 57m.

Other travel options to Macomb, IL take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 2m.

The distance from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL is approximately 183 miles (296 km).
The average frequency per day from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL is:
  • Around 41 flights per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Chicago, IL and Macomb, IL as scheduled services by train and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL:
  • Flights mostly depart from O'Hare International Airport and arrive in Peoria.
  • Trains mostly depart from Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL and arrive in Macomb Station, Macomb, IL.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with United, piedmont airlines, psa airlines, American Airlines, skywest airlines to go to Macomb, IL by flight.
  • Travel with Amtrak to go to Macomb, IL by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL with the following travel companies:
  • 9 direct flights per day with United, skywest airlines.
  • 2 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
Omio customers who travel from Chicago, IL to Macomb, IL often also extend their vacation to go to Naperville, IL, Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL, Winthrop Harbor, IL, Quincy, IL, Galesburg, IL. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Macomb, IL and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Macomb, IL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
For a comprehensive experience in Macomb, IL, spending 2 to 3 days is typically sufficient to explore local attractions, enjoy the dining scene, and visit the surrounding natural areas.

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