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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Denver is to bus which costs $80 - $270 and takes 21h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Denver is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $110 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Denver?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Denver Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Denver?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Denver. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 18h 56m.

How far is it from Chicago to Denver?

The distance between Chicago and Denver is 933 miles. The road distance is 1006.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Denver without a car is to train which takes 18h 56m and costs $100 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Chicago to Denver, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Denver bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Denver train from?

Chicago to Denver train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Denver?

The best way to get from Chicago to Denver is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $110 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $350 and takes 18h 56m, you could also bus, which costs $80 - $270 and takes 21h 14m.

Where does the Chicago to Denver bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Denver?

Denver is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 3:10 AM in Chicago and 2:10 AM in Denver.

Where does the Chicago to Denver train arrive?

Chicago to Denver train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Denver station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Denver?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Denver is 1006 miles. It takes approximately 15h 48m to drive from Chicago to Denver.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Denver?

Book your Chicago to Denver train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Denver?

Book your Chicago to Denver bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Denver?

There are 1264+ hotels available in Denver.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Denver by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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 Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Denver (DEN)MDW - DEN
5h 1m
$112–615
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union StationGreyhound US0123
21h 14m
$80–270
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to DenverCalifornia Zephyr
18h 56m
$100–350
Drive 1,000.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Denver1,000.6 mi
15h 48m
$183–264
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Denver (DEN)ORD - DEN
5h 21m
$282–715
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 Denver (DEN)MKE - DEN
6h 27m
$214–1,079
Bus via Burlington
1. Take the bus from Chicago, IL to Burlington, IAChicago
2. Take the bus from Burlington to DenverIndianapolis
23h 10m
$183–374

Chicago to Denver by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

18h 56mAverage Duration

$100Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Denver.

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Distance: 927.7 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

Volaris, Frontier Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Denver (DEN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Denver once daily. Tickets cost $100–350 and the journey takes 18h 56m.

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