Students flying in
Pickup at O’Hare or Midway after a domestic or international flight, driven directly to campus without changing buses or waiting for a shuttle.
O’Hare • Midway → Muncie
O’Hare to Ball State Car Service
Private black car service from O’Hare, Midway and Chicago’s North Shore to Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana. About 4 hr 33 min from O’Hare, door to door, with the flight tracked and room planned for the luggage.
24/7 by reservation. Students, families and campus visitors.
The Route
O’Hare and Midway to Ball State
One private ride, straight to campus.
| From | Distance · drive time (no traffic) |
|---|---|
| O’Hare International (ORD) | 221.8 mi · about 4 hr 33 min |
| Midway International (MDW) | 204.9 mi · about 4 hr 17 min |
Approximate drive times without traffic; rush hour and weather add time. Ball State is on Eastern Time, one hour ahead of Chicago — your arrival time is confirmed in local time when you book.
Who Rides
Students, Families and Visitors
Families from the North Shore
Move-in, move-out, breaks and family weekends — from your driveway to the dorm, with room for the luggage.
Visitors and faculty guests
Conference guests, speakers, visiting families and delegations between Chicago and campus.
Planning
How the Ride Works
- Send the airline, flight number and arrival time, or the pickup address and departure time.
- Tell us the number of passengers and large bags so the right vehicle is sent: sedan, SUV or van.
- For arrivals, the flight is tracked and your pickup includes 20 minutes of waiting from the scheduled time.
- Meet & greet inside the airport can be arranged when possible, for approximately $60–$100.
- Child seats are available at no charge — tell us the child’s age and weight.
International
Arriving From Abroad?
Vanmarc meets international students and visiting delegations at O’Hare and Midway and drives them to Ball State.
Questions
Common Questions
How far is O’Hare from Ball State?
About 221.8 miles, roughly 4 hr 33 min of driving without traffic. From Midway it is about 204.9 miles, roughly 4 hr 17 min.
What happens if the flight is late?
Book with the airline and flight number. The flight is tracked, and the pickup time follows the actual arrival. Airport pickups include 20 minutes of waiting from the scheduled pickup time.
Can you take a student and all the luggage?
Yes. Tell us how many people and how many large suitcases and boxes. An SUV typically carries up to 5–6 passengers; a van approximately 14 with light luggage.
Can you bring the student back to the airport at the end of term?
Yes. Send the flight details and the pickup point at Ball State; the pickup time is set with you so there is enough time for the drive, check-in and security.
Can international students book a ride before they arrive?
Yes. Students, families or the international student office can book ahead by phone, text or the online form, with the airline, flight number and arrival time.
Is Ball State on a different time zone?
Yes. Muncie is on Eastern Time, one hour ahead of Chicago. Arrival and pickup times are confirmed in local time.
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Plan the Ride to Ball State
Send the flight or pickup address, the date, the number of passengers and bags. Vanmarc confirms the vehicle, the pickup time and the price before the ride.