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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Irvine is to fly and train which costs $100 - $380 and takes 9h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Irvine is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs $120 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Irvine?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Main-Harvard via St Louis Bus Station, Los Angeles and Artic - Dock 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Irvine?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Irvine. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Tustin via Fullerton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 7m.

How far is it from Chicago to Irvine?

The distance between Chicago and Irvine is 1750 miles. The road distance is 2023.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Irvine without a car is to train which takes 44h 7m and costs $310 - $1,600.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m to get from Chicago to Irvine, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Irvine bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Irvine train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Irvine?

The best way to get from Chicago to Irvine is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs $120 - $470. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $310 - $1,600 and takes 44h 7m, you could also bus, which costs and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the Chicago to Irvine bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Irvine?

Irvine is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 9:10 AM in Chicago and 7:10 AM in Irvine.

Where does the Chicago to Irvine train arrive?

Chicago to Irvine train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Irvine?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Irvine is 2023 miles. It takes approximately 31h 22m to drive from Chicago to Irvine.

Where can I stay near Irvine?

There are 1362+ hotels available in Irvine.

Chicago to Irvine - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Irvine by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound, Amtrak), car, or train

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)ORD - SNA
6h 17m
$122–465
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)ORD - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustin
9h 36m
$106–380
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak StationSouthwest Chief
44h 7m
$312–1,508
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Station
3. Take the bus from Los Angeles to Anaheim
2d 1h
Drive 2,011.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Irvine2,011.5 mi
31h 22m
$368–531
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)MDW - LAX
2. Take the train from L.A. Union Station to Tustin
9h 16m
$132–520

Chicago to Irvine by train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,739.7 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Irvine, CA, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) hourly. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Station twice daily. Tickets cost $300–1,500 and the journey takes 42h 44m.

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