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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently asked questions for your trip Charleston - Chicago

The best way to travel from Charleston to Chicago is by train. The train trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Alternatively, you can also use carpooling services.

The distance between the two cities is 755 miles (1218 km).

If you're headed to Chicago from Charleston, chances are that your bus will depart from Charleston Bus Station and arrive at Downtown Greyhound Station. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Once in Chicago, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Lincoln Park Conservatory, Navy Pier, Grant Park, Museum of Contemporary Art and Robie House.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Charleston and Chicago!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Charleston to Chicago.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Charleston to Chicago that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Charleston to Chicago while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

Will you be returning to Charleston by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Charleston

You can also go to Chicago by train

Train from Charleston to Chicago

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