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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Chicago Loop is to bus which costs $160 - $390 and takes 37h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Chicago Loop is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $150 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Washington & Lasalle via St Louis Bus Station and Jefferson & Harrison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 54m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Phoenix and Chicago Loop is 1463 miles. The road distance is 1703.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Chicago Loop without a car is to bus and train via Flagstaff which takes 36h 8m and costs $210 - $420.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Phoenix to Chicago Loop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Chicago Loop bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Chicago Loop is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $150 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $390 and takes 37h 54m.

Where does the Phoenix to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Chicago Loop?

Chicago Loop is 1h ahead of Phoenix. It is currently 3:01 PM in Phoenix and 4:01 PM in Chicago Loop.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Chicago Loop is 1704 miles. It takes approximately 30h 1m to drive from Phoenix to Chicago Loop.

Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 978+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Phoenix to Chicago Loop by plane, bus, 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.

Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)PHX - MDW
5h 4m
$152–755
Bus, train via Flagstaff
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Flagstaff Train StationFlixBus 2047
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union StationSouthwest Chief
36h 8m
$219–418
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus StationGreyhound US1210
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus N2521 / ...
37h 54m
$162–381
Drive 1,693.7 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Chicago Loop1,693.7 mi
30h 1m
$310–447
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)PHX - ORD
5h 11m
$222–705
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)PHX - MKE
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Station
7h 22m
$505–1,020
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from North Phoenix Metro Center Transit Station to MaricopaAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Maricopa to Chicago Union StationTexas Eagle
2d 9h

Phoenix to Chicago Loop by bus and train

7Weekly Services

36h 8mAverage Duration

$219Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,454.8 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Washington & Lasalle via St Louis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Jefferson & Harrison in around 37h 54m.

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