How to get from Annapolis to Chicago
The fastest way to travel from Annapolis to Chicago takes approximately 1356 minutes with 4 transfers. You can use bus and train. We found 3 route options for you.
Fastest Route
1356 min 1,370.1 km
4 transfers
70
75
Northeast Regional
Floridian
60
Departs from: West ST & Church Cir
Walking: 31 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to West ST & Church Cir
2
Take 70 Bus
Direction: Patapsco Light Rail
From West ST & Church Cir to Patapsco Light Rail Station BAY 3 (86 stops, 77 min)
3
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Patapsco Light Rail Station BAY 2
4
Take 75 Bus
Direction: Arundel Mills Shopping Center
From Patapsco Light Rail Station BAY 2 to BWI Marshall Marc Station sb (32 stops, 36 min)
5
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station
6
Take Northeast Regional Train
Direction: Washington
From Bwi Thurgood Marshall Airport Station to Washington Union Station (1 stops, 29 min)
7
Take Floridian Train
Direction: Chicago
From Washington Union Station to Chicago Union Station (14 stops, 1068 min)
8
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Clinton & Jackson
9
Take 60 Bus
Direction: Cicero/24th Pl
From Clinton & Jackson to Loomis & Cermak (16 stops, 14 min)
10
Walk 21 min (1.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Chicago
Public transport stations close to Annapolis
Annapolis is located in Annapolis and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Bus stations close to Annapolis:
- Church Circle Annapolis
- Church Circle & School St.
- Church CIR & School St
- Church Circle at Court House
Public transport stations close to Chicago
Chicago is located in Annapolis and the nearest public transport stations are listed below.
Metro stations close to Chicago:
- Halsted-Orange
Bus stations close to Chicago:
- Cermak & Morgan
- 2300 S Halsted
- Cermak & Halsted
- Halsted & Cermak
Alternative Route
1133 min 1,257.6 km
4 transfers
Flixbus 2605
R
16
Greyhound Us0164
60
Departs from: Annapolis
Walking: 40 min
Step-by-step directions
1
Walk 7 min (0.4 km)
to Annapolis
2
Take Flixbus 2605 Bus
Direction: Richmond (Main St Station Plaza)
From Annapolis to Washington Union Station
3
Walk 4 min (0.2 km)
to Union Station, Red Line Center Platform
4
Take R Subway
Direction: Glenmont
From Union Station, Red Line Center Platform to Silver Spring, Red Line Center Platform (5 stops, 16 min)
5
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Silver Spring Station & BAY 108
6
Take 16 Bus
Direction: Takoma
From Silver Spring Station & BAY 108 to Fenton ST & Silver Spring Ave (5 stops, 10 min)
7
Walk 2 min (0.1 km)
to Silver Spring Bus Station
8
Take Greyhound Us0164 Bus
Direction: Chicago Bus Station
From Silver Spring Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station (6 stops, 990 min)
9
Walk 3 min (0.2 km)
to Harrison & Jefferson
10
Take 60 Bus
Direction: Cicero/24th Pl
From Harrison & Jefferson to Loomis & Cermak (14 stops, 13 min)
11
Walk 21 min (1.2 km)
✓
Arrive at Chicago
Questions & Answers
Common questions about traveling from Annapolis to Chicago.
How do I travel from Annapolis to Chicago in Annapolis?
The quickest journey from Annapolis to Chicago takes approximately 1356 minutes via the 70 bus service.
Are there other ways to reach Chicago from Annapolis?
Yes, an alternative route is available taking around 1133 minutes using the Flixbus 2605 bus line.
Can I get directly from Annapolis to Chicago without changing?
This route requires 4 transfers. The complete journey takes about 1356 minutes including connection time.
What bus service connects Annapolis and Chicago?
The 70 line provides bus service between West ST & Church Cir and Loomis & Cermak in Annapolis.
What is the journey time from Annapolis to Chicago by public transport?
Traveling by bus from Annapolis to Chicago in Annapolis takes approximately 1356 minutes, including transfer time at connection points.
Where should I board the bus to travel from Annapolis to Chicago?
Board the 70 bus at West ST & Church Cir station, located near Annapolis in Annapolis.
Which station is closest to Chicago?
The nearest stop to Chicago is Loomis & Cermak station. Exit here to reach your destination in Annapolis.
Travel Tips
- Allow extra time for connections, especially during peak hours
- Check real-time departure information at the station
- Consider downloading the transit app for live updates
- For routes with transfers, follow signs at stations for connecting services
Disclaimer: Travel times shown are estimates based on scheduled departure at 8:00 AM and do not account for real-time traffic conditions or service delays. Actual travel times may vary.