How to travel from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL

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Travel Information between Harrisburg, PA and Chicago, IL

distanceDistance569 miles (918 km)
modeAvailable travel modesBus, train or flight
priceTicket price range$60 - $146
cheapestCheapest modeBus • $60 (€51) • 18 h 50 min
fastestFastest modeFlight • $146 (€126) • 2 h 3 min
carriersPopular travel companiesGreyhound, American Airlines or Amtrak

Take a bus, train or flight to travel 569 miles (918 km) between Harrisburg, PA and Chicago, IL. The most popular travel companies which serve this journey are Greyhound, American Airlines or Amtrak among others. Travelers can even take a direct bus, flight or train from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL.

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from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL

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

Our recommendation
bus

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

Greyhound
08:50PM18h05
Harrisburg, PA
01:55PMChicago, IL
$1221One-way
2 transfers
Cheapest
Greyhound
08:50PM18h40
Harrisburg, PA
02:30PMChicago, IL
$1221One-way
2 transfers
Fastest
United
05:50PM2h05
Harrisburg International Airport, PA (MDT)
06:55PMO'Hare International Airport, IL (ORD)
$3501One-way
0 transfers
Other options
Amtrak
02:36PM19h09
Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA
08:45AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$2381One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak
02:36PM20h36
Harrisburg Station, Harrisburg, PA
10:12AMUnion Station, Chicago, IL
$2711One-way
2 transfers
Greyhound
02:00AM19h05
Harrisburg, PA
08:05PMChicago, IL
$1241One-way
1 transfer
Greyhound
03:05AM21h35
Harrisburg, PA
11:40PMChicago, IL
$1321One-way
1 transfer
Greyhound
01:40PM19h25
Harrisburg, PA
08:05AMChicago, IL
$1951One-way
1 transfer
United
06:35AM2h05
Harrisburg International Airport, PA (MDT)
07:40AMO'Hare International Airport, IL (ORD)
$3501One-way
0 transfers

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Travel from Harrisburg to Chicago on Amtrak, American Airlines and Greyhound travel with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.

Amtrak is the main travel company in the United States operating medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 US states as well as in 3 Canadian provinces. There are over 300 Amtrak travel running daily. With Amtrak you can travel by travel across the country and explore destinations near and far with routes such as the Northeast Regional connecting cities in the East Coast, the Coast Starlight connecting destinations up and down the West Coast, the Empire Builder connecting Chicago and Midwestern cities to the Northwest, and many more. Amtrak offers different class options suiting any budget, from Coach Class to Business Class, First Class, and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. There are several different ticket types including Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium for you to book for your next travel journey to Chicago from Harrisburg.

      American Airlines is one of the leading airlines in the USA and the world; they offer Main Cabin, Business and First Class tickets for your travel from Harrisburg to Chicago.

        FAQs: Travel from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL

        FAQs: Travel to Chicago, 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 Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL.
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        There are 3 options to travel to Chicago, IL from Harrisburg, PA including taking a bus, train or flight.

        The cheapest way to get from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $60 (€51) compared to other travel options to Chicago, IL:

        A bus is $86 (€74) less than a flight with an average ticket price of $146 (€126) from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL.

        Taking a bus costs $78 (€68) less than taking a train, which costs on average $138 (€119) for the same trip.

        The fastest way to get to Chicago, IL from Harrisburg, PA is by flight with an average travel time of 2 h 3 min.

        Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:

        Taking a bus requires on average 18 h 50 min of travel time.

        Train takes 19 h 9 min on average.

        The distance from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL is approximately 569 miles (918 km).

        The average frequency per day from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL is:

          However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your journey to Chicago, IL from Harrisburg, PA as scheduled services by bus, train or flight can vary by season or day of the week.

          These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL:

            The following travel companies offer services from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL:

            • Greyhound can get you to Chicago, IL by bus. You can find a good deal for bus tickets with Greyhound from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL for $86 (€74) on Omio.
            • Travel with American Airlines for flights to Chicago, IL. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for American Airlines Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL tickets on Omio for $332 (€286).
            • Travel with Amtrak for trains to Chicago, IL. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Amtrak Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL tickets on Omio for $126 (€109).

            Yes, there are direct routes from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL with the following travel companies:

            • You can take a direct bus with.
            • You'll find direct flights with.
            • You'll find direct trains with.

            Direct services to Chicago, IL tend to save you time and add more convenience as you won't need to transfer at another stop in between, so it's worth paying attention to before booking tickets for your trip.

            Looking to extend your trip from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL? Many Omio customers who go from Harrisburg, PA to Chicago, IL usually extend their vacation to explore other popular destinations like San Francisco, CA, Indianapolis, IN, New York, NY, Milwaukee, WI or Champaign, IL. If you're looking to explore San Francisco, CA, Indianapolis, IN, New York, NY, Milwaukee, WI or Champaign, IL from Chicago, IL, let Omio find you the best connections available at an affordable price.
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