Prospect to Chicago

• Traffic

  Check traffic reports for the I-90/I-94 junction before arriving.
• Parking

  Use downtown parking garages for easy access.
• Route Choice

  I-65 is the most direct route; avoid local roads.
• Dining

  Try deep-dish pizza at a local restaurant.
• Weather

  Be prepared for snow in winter months.

• Speeding

  Illinois state troopers patrol I-65 heavily.
• Construction

  Watch for lane shifts in construction zones.
• Visibility

  Use headlights during heavy rain or fog.
• Emergency

  Keep a roadside kit in your vehicle.

• Is there a train?
  No, there is no passenger rail service between these cities.
• How long is the drive?
  It takes about 5 hours.
• Is it a toll road?
  Yes, parts of the route near Chicago are toll roads.
• What is the best route?
  I-65 North is the standard route.
• Are there buses?
  Greyhound provides service, but driving is much faster.

• From Prospect, Kentucky, United States
• To Chicago, Illinois, United States
• Modes

Mid-day to avoid heavy commuter traffic in both Louisville and Chicago.