What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Phoenix?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago, IL to Phoenix is to fly which costs $130 - $650 and takes 5h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Phoenix?

The fastest way to get from Chicago, IL to Phoenix is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $220 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago, IL and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago, IL station to Phoenix station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 10m.

How far is it from Chicago, IL to Phoenix?

The distance between Chicago, IL and Phoenix is 1466 miles. The road distance is 1710 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago, IL to Phoenix without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Phoenix without a car is to train and bus via Flagstaff which takes 35h 18m and costs $180 - $1,200.

How long does it take to get from Chicago, IL to Phoenix?

It takes approximately 5h 50m to get from Chicago, IL to Phoenix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago, IL to Phoenix bus from?

Chicago, IL to Phoenix bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Chicago, IL to Phoenix?

The best way to get from Chicago, IL to Phoenix is to fly which takes 5h 50m and costs $220 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $240 - $470 and takes 37h 10m.

Where does the Chicago, IL to Phoenix bus arrive?

Chicago, IL to Phoenix bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago, IL and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 1h behind Chicago, IL. It is currently 1:47 PM in Chicago, IL and 12:47 PM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from Chicago, IL to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago, IL to Phoenix is 1710 miles. It takes approximately 29h 55m to drive from Chicago, IL to Phoenix.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Phoenix?

Book your Chicago, IL to Phoenix bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2681+ hotels available in Phoenix.

Chicago, IL to Phoenix - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago, IL to Phoenix by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)ORD - PHX
5h 50m
$222–655
Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)MDW - PHX
5h 51m
$132–605
Train, bus via Flagstaff
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to FlagstaffSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train StationFlixBus 2047
35h 18m
$182–1,148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Phoenix Bus StationGreyhound US1210
37h 10m
$240–466
Drive 1,700.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago, IL to Phoenix1,700.1 mi
29h 55m
$311–449
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Phoenix (PHX)MKE - PHX
7h 5m
$255–1,221
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Maricopa AmtrakTexas Eagle
2. Take the bus from Maricopa Amtrak to North Phoenix Metro Center Transit StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2d 13h

Chicago, IL to Phoenix by foot, train, and bus

9Weekly Services

35h 18mAverage Duration

$182Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,457.5 mi
Duration: 5h 50m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Phoenix, AZ, USA?

Volaris, American Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station in around 37h 10m.

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