How to travel from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €156. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 10h 32m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €156, and a bus costs an average of €194.

Distance: 480 miles (774 km)

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€156

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€194

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11h 5m

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10h 35m

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11h 2m

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10h 32m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

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from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL

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

Our recommendation

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

FlixBusFlixBus
11:00AM11h05
Memphis, Airways Transit Center
10:05PMChicago, Greyhound Bus Station
$1251One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBusFlixBus
11:00AM11h05
Memphis, Airways Transit Center
10:05PMChicago, Greyhound Bus Station
$1251One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

envoy airAA3926
10:48AM1h52
Memphis International Airport
12:40PMO'Hare International Airport
$4531One-way
0 transfers

Other options

Amtrak58 City Of New Orleans · 390 Saluki
10:45PM14h15
Memphis Central Station, Memphis, TN
01:00PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
$1691One-way
1 transfer
Amtrak58 City Of New Orleans
10:45PM10h30
Memphis Central Station, Memphis, TN
09:15AMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
$1841One-way
0 transfers
Amtrak58 City Of New Orleans · 392 Illini
10:45PM23h00
Memphis Central Station, Memphis, TN
09:45PMChicago Union Station, Chicago, IL
$1651One-way
1 transfer
Greyhound
06:40PM9h30
Memphis, Airways Transit Center
04:10AMChicago, Greyhound Bus Station
$1251One-way
0 transfers
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04:15AM15h55
Memphis, Airways Transit Center
08:10PMChicago, Greyhound Bus Station
$1511One-way
1 transfer
Greyhoundundefined · undefined
12:35AM14h40
Memphis, Airways Transit Center
03:15PMChicago, Greyhound Bus Station
$1661One-way
1 transfer
UnitedUA5672
09:55AM2h03
Memphis International Airport
11:58AMO'Hare International Airport
$4531One-way
0 transfers
UnitedUA247
07:30AM1h57
Memphis International Airport
09:27AMO'Hare International Airport
$4531One-way
0 transfers
Republic AirlinesAA4435
05:45PM2h11
Memphis International Airport
07:56PMO'Hare International Airport
$4531One-way
0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL

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 Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL.

FAQs

There are 3 ways to get from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL: train, bus or flight.

The cheapest way to get from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL is by taking a bus with average ticket prices of $52 (€47) compared to other travel options to Chicago, IL:

A bus is $68 (€61) less than a flight with an average ticket price of $120 (€108) from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL.

Taking a bus costs $55 (€50) less than taking a train, which average ticket prices of $107 (€97).

The quickest way to travel from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL is by flight, which takes on average 1 h 40 min   compared to other travel options that take longer:

Taking a bus requires on average 9 h 10 min of travel time.

Train takes 10 h 35 min on average.

The distance is approximately 479 miles (773 km) from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL.

The average frequency per day from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL is:

  • 6 buses a day.
  • Around 14 flights per day.
  • 1 train per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL:

    Omio works with many trusted partners that can help you travel the best way from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL:

    • You can travel by bus to Chicago, IL from Memphis, TN with Greyhound or FlixBus, and you can find Greyhound Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL tickets for $52 (€47) on Omio.
    • You can travel to Chicago, IL from Memphis, TN by flight with American Airlines. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $140 (€127) with American Airlines from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL.
    • You can travel from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL by train with Amtrak. You can find cheap tickets on Omio for $107 (€97) with Amtrak from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL.

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

    • You can find 2 direct buses per day to take to Chicago, IL with.
    • You can find 1 direct flight per day to take to Chicago, IL with.
    • You can find 1 direct train per day to take to Chicago, IL with Amtrak.

    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 route.

    Looking to extend your trip from Memphis, TN to Chicago, IL? Many Omio customers who go from Memphis, TN 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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