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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Tucson is to drive which costs $310 - $460 and takes 28h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Tucson is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs $270 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Tucson?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Tucson. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Tucson via St Louis Bus Station and Phoenix Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Tucson?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Tucson Amtrak Station station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 2 days 8h.

How far is it from Chicago to Tucson?

The distance between Chicago and Tucson is 1466 miles. The road distance is 1722 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Tucson without a car is to train and bus which takes 37h 24m and costs $180 - $1,300.

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

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Tucson bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Tucson train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Tucson?

The best way to get from Chicago to Tucson is to fly which takes 6h 17m and costs $270 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $500 and takes 40h 20m, you could also train, which costs $180 - $1,400 and takes 2 days 8h.

Where does the Chicago to Tucson bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Tucson?

Tucson is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 2:20 PM in Chicago and 1:20 PM in Tucson.

Where does the Chicago to Tucson train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Tucson?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Tucson is 1722 miles. It takes approximately 28h 32m to drive from Chicago to Tucson.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Tucson?

Book your Chicago to Tucson train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Tucson?

Book your Chicago to Tucson bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Tucson?

There are 597+ hotels available in Tucson.

Chicago to Tucson - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Tucson by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, shuttle, or train (Amtrak)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Tucson
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tucson (TUS)MDW - TUS
6h 17m
$272–1,305
Train (Amtrak)
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tucson Amtrak StationTexas Eagle
2d 8h
$180–1,400
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to FlagstaffSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tucson DowntownFlixBus 2047
37h 24m
$187–1,297
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Station
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Tucson
40h 20m
$251–491
Drive 1,712 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Tucson1,712 mi
28h 32m
$313–452
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tucson
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tucson (TUS)ORD - TUS
6h 46m
$222–1,005
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)MDW - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Station
7h 46m
$266–739
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)ORD - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Tucson Amtrak Station
8h 6m
$356–789

Chicago to Tucson by train and bus

5Weekly Services

37h 24mAverage Duration

$187Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Tucson.

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Distance: 1,457.3 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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

Southwest Airlines flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tucson (TUS) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Tucson via St Louis Bus Station and Phoenix Bus Station in around 40h 20m.

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