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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Phoenix is to train and bus via Flagstaff which costs $180 - $410 and takes 35h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Phoenix is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $150 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Phoenix station. However, there are services departing from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station via Chicago and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 33m.

How far is it from Chicago to Phoenix?

The distance between Chicago and Phoenix is 1462 miles. The road distance is 1710 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Phoenix without a car is to train and bus via Flagstaff which takes 35h 9m and costs $180 - $410.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Chicago to Phoenix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Phoenix bus from?

Chicago to Phoenix bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago station.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Phoenix?

The best way to get from Chicago to Phoenix is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $150 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $500 and takes 38h 33m.

Where does the Chicago to Phoenix bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 2:30 PM in Chicago and 1:30 PM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from Chicago to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Phoenix is 1710 miles. It takes approximately 29h 45m to drive from Chicago to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2714+ hotels available in Phoenix.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Phoenix 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 Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)MDW - PHX
5h 25m
$152–705
Train, bus via Flagstaff
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to FlagstaffSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train StationFlixBus 2047
35h 9m
$184–409
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to St Louis Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Phoenix Bus StationGreyhound US1210
38h 33m
$162–502
Drive 1,700.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Phoenix1,700.1 mi
29h 45m
$311–449
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)ORD - PHX
5h 43m
$222–705
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 Phoenix (PHX)MKE - PHX
6h 55m
$504–968
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Maricopa AmtrakTexas Eagle
2. Take the bus from Maricopa Amtrak to North Phoenix Metro Center Transit StationAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2d 13h

Chicago to Phoenix by train and bus

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35h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,453.4 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive to Phoenix Bus Station via 95th Red Line Station, Chicago, and St Louis Bus Station in around 38h 33m.

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