What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Fort Collins?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Fort Collins is to bus which costs $90 - $280 and takes 23h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Fort Collins?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Fort Collins is to fly and bus which takes 6h 11m and costs $140 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Fort Collins?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Fort Collins. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center via Union Station Gate B4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 34m.

How far is it from Chicago to Fort Collins?

The distance between Chicago and Fort Collins is 981 miles. The road distance is 985.4 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Fort Collins without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Fort Collins without a car is to train and bus which takes 21h 16m and costs $110 - $370.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Fort Collins?

It takes approximately 6h 11m to get from Chicago to Fort Collins, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Fort Collins bus from?

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

Where does the Chicago to Fort Collins bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Fort Collins?

Fort Collins is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 5:43 PM in Chicago and 4:43 PM in Fort Collins.

Can I drive from Chicago to Fort Collins?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Fort Collins is 985 miles. It takes approximately 16h 20m to drive from Chicago to Fort Collins.

Where can I stay near Fort Collins?

There are 256+ hotels available in Fort Collins.

Chicago to Fort Collins - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Fort Collins 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 International Airport Pickups to CSU Transit Center
6h 11m
$140–643
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union StationGreyhound US0123
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B4 to Fort Collins Downtown Transit CenterNorth
23h 34m
$93–277
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to DenverCalifornia Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B4 to Fort Collins Downtown Transit CenterNorth
21h 16m
$119–361
Drive 979.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Fort Collins979.6 mi
16h 20m
$179–259
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 International Airport Pickups to CSU Transit Center
6h 33m
$310–743
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 International Airport Pickups to CSU Transit Center
7h 38m
$241–1,107
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 International Airport Pickups to CSU Transit Center
9h 6m
$170–563
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 B4 to Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center
25h 51m
$196–391

Chicago to Fort Collins by train and bus

7Weekly Services

21h 16mAverage Duration

$119Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Fort Collins.

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Distance: 975.2 mi
Duration: 6h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center via Denver Union Station and Union Station Gate B4 in around 23h 34m.

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