What is the cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Des Plaines?

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Des Plaines is to bus which costs $170 - $310 and takes 40h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix to Des Plaines?

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $350 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Des Plaines?

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

How far is it from Phoenix to Des Plaines?

The distance between Phoenix and Des Plaines is 1450 miles. The road distance is 1706.9 miles.

How do I travel from Phoenix to Des Plaines without a car?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Des Plaines without a car is to bus and train via Flagstaff which takes 37h 18m and costs $220 - $390.

How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Des Plaines?

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Phoenix to Des Plaines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phoenix to Des Plaines bus from?

Phoenix to Des Plaines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $350 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $310 and takes 40h 20m.

Where does the Phoenix to Des Plaines bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Des Plaines?

Des Plaines is 1h ahead of Phoenix. It is currently 3:33 PM in Phoenix and 4:33 PM in Des Plaines.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Des Plaines is 1707 miles. It takes approximately 30h 12m to drive from Phoenix to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 402+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

Phoenix to Des Plaines - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Phoenix to Des Plaines 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 O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PHX - ORD
5h 3m
$355–705
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane PHX - MDW
6h 12m
$146–660
Bus, train via Flagstaff
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Flagstaff Train Stationbus FlixBus 2047
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief
37h 18m
$227–389
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
40h 20m
$175–305
Drive 1,697 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Des Plainescar 1,697 mi
30h 12m
$310–448
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane PHX - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus
7h 23m
$327–1,190
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from North Phoenix Metro Center Transit Station to Maricopa Amtrakbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Chicago Union Stationtrain Texas Eagle
2d 11h

Phoenix to Des Plaines by bus, train, and foot

7Weekly Services

37h 18mAverage Duration

$227Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,441.9 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Des Plaines Metra Station via St Louis Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Chicago, and Cumberland CTA Station in around 40h 20m.

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