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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Mesa is to train and bus via Flagstaff which costs $190 - $420 and takes 35h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Mesa is to fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $170 - $900.

How far is it from Chicago to Mesa?

The distance between Chicago and Mesa is 1475 miles. The road distance is 1698.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Mesa without a car is to train and bus via Flagstaff which takes 35h 59m and costs $190 - $420.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Chicago to Mesa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Mesa bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Mesa?

The best way to get from Chicago to Mesa is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $270 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $600 and takes 40h 33m.

Where does the Chicago to Mesa bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Mesa?

Mesa is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 4:29 AM in Chicago and 3:29 AM in Mesa.

Can I drive from Chicago to Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Mesa is 1699 miles. It takes approximately 29h 41m to drive from Chicago to Mesa.

Where can I stay near Mesa?

There are 2667+ hotels available in Mesa.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Mesa. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at University Dr & Mesa Dr via St Louis Bus Station, Phoenix Bus Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station and University Dr & Rural Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 33m.

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Mesa 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 from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)plane ORD - PHX
6h 37m
$274–657
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
40h 33m
$156–596
Train, bus via Flagstaff
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flagstafftrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus FlixBus 2047
35h 59m
$198–420
Drive 1,688.8 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Mesacar 1,688.8 mi
29h 41m
$309–446
Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MDW - PHX
6h 22m
$174–857
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MKE - PHX
7h 49m
$246–1,218
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tucson Amtrak Stationtrain Texas Eagle
2. Take the bus from Tucson Downtown to Tempebus FlixBus 2047 / ...
2d 11h
$191–453

Chicago to Mesa by train, bus, and tram

8Weekly Services

35h 59mAverage Duration

$198Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,466.9 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Mesa, AZ, USA?

American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to University Dr & Mesa Dr via St Louis Bus Station, Phoenix Bus Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, Tempe, and University Dr & Rural Rd in around 40h 33m.

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