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

The cheapest way to get from Surprise to Chicago is to fly which costs $100 - $600 and takes 6h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surprise to Chicago is to fly which takes 6h 32m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Surprise and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Surprise to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Surprise PNR and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Van Buren St & Central Av, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, El Paso Bus Station and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 27m.

How far is it from Surprise to Chicago?

The distance between Surprise and Chicago is 1487 miles. The road distance is 1716.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Surprise to Chicago without a car is to bus and train via Flagstaff which takes 36h 42m and costs $230 - $1,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Surprise to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surprise to Chicago bus from?

Surprise to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station.

Bus or fly from Surprise to Chicago?

The best way to get from Surprise to Chicago is to fly which takes 6h 32m and costs $100 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $550 and takes 47h 27m.

Where does the Surprise to Chicago bus arrive?

Surprise to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at El Paso Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Surprise and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h ahead of Surprise. It is currently 1:13 PM in Surprise and 2:13 PM in Chicago.

Can I drive from Surprise to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Surprise to Chicago is 1716 miles. It takes approximately 30h 24m to drive from Surprise to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1237+ hotels available in Chicago.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Surprise to Chicago by plane, bus, train, bus (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 to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)PHX - MDW
6h 32m
$106–559
Bus, train via Flagstaff
1. Take the bus from Denny's Restaurant to Flagstaff AmtrakGroome Transportation
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union StationSouthwest Chief
36h 42m
$234–1,451
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to El Paso Bus Station
2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Denver Union Station
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Chicago Bus Station
47h 27m
$214–509
Drive 1,706.2 mi
1. Drive from Surprise to Chicago1,706.2 mi
30h 24m
$312–450
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)PHX - ORD
6h 48m
$226–609
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
8h 52m
$268–1,324
Bus, train (Amtrak)
1. Take the bus from North Phoenix Metro Center Transit Station to Maricopa AmtrakAmtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the train from Maricopa Amtrak to Chicago Union StationTexas Eagle
2d 9h

Surprise to Chicago by bus and foot (Greyhound)

10Weekly Services

47h 27mAverage Duration

$214Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,478 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

Volaris, Frontier Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surprise PNR to Chicago Bus Station via Van Buren St & 2nd Av, Van Buren St & Central Av, Washington St & 44th St, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, El Paso Bus Station, and Denver Union Station in around 47h 27m.

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