What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Collins to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Collins to Chicago is to bus and fly which costs $95 - $380 and takes 5h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Collins to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Fort Collins to Chicago is to bus and fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $140 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Collins and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Collins to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Denver Union Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 5m.

How far is it from Fort Collins to Chicago?

The distance between Fort Collins and Chicago is 983 miles. The road distance is 985.5 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Collins to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Collins to Chicago without a car is to bus and train which takes 21h and costs $300 - $700.

How long does it take to get from Fort Collins to Chicago?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Fort Collins to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Collins to Chicago bus from?

Fort Collins to Chicago bus services, operated by Bustang, depart from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center station.

Where does the Fort Collins to Chicago bus arrive?

Fort Collins to Chicago bus services, operated by Bustang, arrive at Union Station.

What is the time difference between Fort Collins and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h ahead of Fort Collins. It is currently 12:53 PM in Fort Collins and 1:53 PM in Chicago.

Can I drive from Fort Collins to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Collins to Chicago is 986 miles. It takes approximately 16h 27m to drive from Fort Collins to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1216+ hotels available in Chicago.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Fort Collins to Chicago by bus, plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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.

Bus to Denver, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from CSU Transit Center to Denver International Airport Dropoffsbus
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DEN - MDW
5h 21m
$143–611
Bus to Denver, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the bus from CSU Transit Center to Denver International Airport Dropoffsbus
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DEN - ORD
5h 37m
$98–371
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center to Union Stationbus North / ...
2. Take the train from Denver to Chicago Union Stationtrain California Zephyr
21h
$300–664
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center to Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
26h 5m
$200–379
Drive 979.8 mi
1. Drive from Fort Collins to Chicagocar 979.8 mi
16h 27m
$179–259
Bus to Denver, fly to General Mitchell International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from CSU Transit Center to Denver International Airport Dropoffsbus
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DEN - MKE
3. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
7h 40m
$227–975
Bus, bus to Colorado Springs Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from CSU Transit Center to Denver International Airport Dropoffsbus
2. Take the bus from Denver International Airport to Colorado Springs Airportbus
3. Fly from Colorado Springs Airport (COS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane COS - ORD
8h 50m
$143–441

Fort Collins to Chicago by bus and train

7Weekly Services

21hAverage Duration

$300Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Fort Collins to Chicago.

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Distance: 977.1 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Fort Collins, CO, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center to Chicago Bus Station via Denver Union Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 26h 5m.

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