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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Boulder is to bus which costs $80 - $180 and takes 22h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Boulder is to fly and bus which takes 5h 44m and costs $130 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Boulder?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Boulder. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Broadway & Euclid Ave via Union Station Gate B17. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 54m.

How far is it from Chicago to Boulder?

The distance between Chicago and Boulder is 955 miles. The road distance is 1011.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Boulder without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 53m and costs $150 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Chicago to Boulder, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Boulder bus from?

Chicago to Boulder bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Boulder bus arrive?

Chicago to Boulder bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Boulder?

Boulder is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 6:08 PM in Chicago and 5:08 PM in Boulder.

Can I drive from Chicago to Boulder?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Boulder is 1011 miles. It takes approximately 16h 5m to drive from Chicago to Boulder.

Where can I stay near Boulder?

There are 161+ hotels available in Boulder.

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

There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Boulder by plane, bus, train, bus (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 Denver, bus
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Denver (DEN)MDW - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Station
5h 44m
$136–708
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union StationGreyhound US0123
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B17 to Broadway & Euclid AveFf1 / ...
22h 54m
$82–177
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to DenverCalifornia Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B17 to Broadway & Regent DrFf1 / ...
19h 53m
$158–282
Drive 1,005.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Boulder1,005.5 mi
16h 5m
$184–266
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Denver, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Denver (DEN)ORD - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Station
6h 8m
$296–758
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Denver, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Denver (DEN)MKE - DEN
3. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Station
7h 10m
$207–1,070
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Colorado Springs Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS)MDW - COS
2. Take the bus from Colorado Springs Airport to Denver International Airport
3. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Station
8h 45m
$140–558
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Colorado Springs Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS)ORD - COS
2. Take the bus from Colorado Springs Airport to Denver International Airport
3. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Station
9h 20m
$116–448
Bus via Burlington
1. Take the bus from Chicago, IL to Burlington, IA
2. Take the bus from Burlington to Denver
3. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B17 to Downtown Boulder StationFf1 / ...
24h 39m
$189–380

Chicago to Boulder by train and bus

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19h 53mAverage Duration

$158Cheapest Price

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Distance: 949.4 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Boulder, CO, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Broadway & Euclid Ave via Denver Union Station and Union Station Gate B17 in around 22h 54m.

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