What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Arizona?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Arizona?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Arizona is to fly which takes 5h 51m and costs $130 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Arizona?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Arizona. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Buckeye Rd & Central Av via St Louis Bus Station and 24th St Sky Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 41m.

How far is it from Chicago to Arizona?

The distance between Chicago and Arizona is 1467 miles. The road distance is 1710.7 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Arizona without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Arizona without a car is to train and bus via Flagstaff which takes 35h 36m and costs $180 - $1,300.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Arizona?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Chicago to Arizona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Arizona bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Arizona?

The best way to get from Chicago to Arizona is to fly which takes 5h 51m and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $230 - $460 and takes 37h 41m.

Where does the Chicago to Arizona bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Arizona?

Arizona is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 9:40 AM in Chicago and 8:40 AM in Arizona.

Can I drive from Chicago to Arizona?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Arizona is 1711 miles. It takes approximately 29h 56m to drive from Chicago to Arizona.

Where can I stay near Arizona?

There are 2711+ hotels available in Arizona.

Chicago to Arizona - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Arizona 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 Chicago Midway International Airport to Phoenix
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)MDW - PHX
5h 51m
$134–607
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 36m
$184–1,244
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 41m
$231–453
Drive 1,700.8 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Phoenix1,700.8 mi
29h 56m
$311–449
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)ORD - PHX
6h 10m
$224–657
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Tucson
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tucson (TUS)MDW - TUS
6h 46m
$272–1,305
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tucson
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tucson (TUS)ORD - TUS
7h 12m
$222–1,005
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Phoenix
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Phoenix (PHX)MKE - PHX
7h 23m
$256–1,221
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 to Arizona by train, bus, and tram

9Weekly Services

35h 36mAverage Duration

$184Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,458.5 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Arizona, USA?

Volaris, Frontier Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Buckeye Rd & Central Av via St Louis Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), and 24th St Sky Train Station in around 37h 41m.

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