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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ is to drive which costs $310 - $450 and takes 29h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $180 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Phoenix, AZ?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Phoenix, AZ. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Phoenix via 11th St & Auraria Pkwy, Denver and El Paso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 32m.

How far is it from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ?

The distance between Chicago and Phoenix, AZ is 1471 miles. The road distance is 1711.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ without a car is to train and bus via Flagstaff which takes 35h 25m and costs $500 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Phoenix, AZ bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ?

The best way to get from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $180 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $350 - $600 and takes 40h 32m.

Where does the Chicago to Phoenix, AZ bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Phoenix, AZ?

Phoenix, AZ is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 1:53 PM in Chicago and 11:53 AM in Phoenix, AZ.

Can I drive from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Phoenix, AZ is 1712 miles. It takes approximately 29h 57m to drive from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ.

Where can I stay near Phoenix, AZ?

There are 2410+ hotels available in Phoenix, AZ.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ by plane, train, bus, 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 from Chicago Midway International Airport
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1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MDW - PHX
6h 21m
$188–861
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 25m
$528–1,102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver to El Paso Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from El Paso to Phoenixbus
40h 32m
$351–576
Drive 1,702 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Phoenix, AZcar 1,702 mi
29h 57m
$311–449
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)plane ORD - PHX
6h 44m
$258–661
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 57m
$242–1,072
Train, bus (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Maricopa Amtraktrain Texas Eagle
2. Take the bus from Maricopa Amtrak to North Phoenix Metro Center Transit Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2d 12h
$675–1,442

Chicago to Phoenix, AZ by train and bus (Amtrak)

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2d 12hAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Phoenix, AZ.

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Distance: 1,462.5 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

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

Southwest Airlines flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Phoenix via Denver Union Station, 11th St & Auraria Pkwy, Stout St & 21st St, Denver, El Paso Bus Station, and El Paso in around 40h 32m.

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