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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Tempe is to bus which costs $280 - $550 and takes 37h 42m.

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

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

How far is it from Chicago to Tempe?

The distance between Chicago and Tempe is 1468 miles. The road distance is 1702.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Tempe without a car is to train and bus via Flagstaff which takes 35h 34m and costs $380 - $900.

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

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Tempe?

The best way to get from Chicago to Tempe is to fly which takes 6h 6m and costs $180 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $280 - $550 and takes 37h 42m.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Tempe?

Tempe is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 11:01 PM in Chicago and 10:01 PM in Tempe.

Can I drive from Chicago to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Tempe is 1702 miles. It takes approximately 29h 44m to drive from Chicago to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 2938+ hotels available in Tempe.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Tempe 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
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1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MDW - PHX
6h 6m
$184–857
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 Tempebus FlixBus 2047
35h 34m
$387–864
Bus
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
37h 42m
$289–535
Drive 1,692.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Tempecar 1,692.2 mi
29h 44m
$309–447
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)plane ORD - PHX
6h 24m
$304–657
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 37m
$243–1,158
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 10h
$498–1,121

Chicago to Tempe by train and bus

5Weekly Services

35h 34mAverage Duration

$387Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,459.2 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

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

Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Mill Ave/3rd St via St Louis Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), 24th St Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, and 44th St/Washington in around 37h 42m.

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