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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Chicago is to fly which costs $100 - $550 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Chicago is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $150 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Tucson and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Phoenix Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Tucson and Chicago?

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

How far is it from Tucson to Chicago?

The distance between Tucson and Chicago is 1468 miles. The road distance is 1718.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Chicago without a car is to bus and train which takes 38h 28m and costs $200 - $1,400.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Tucson to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tucson to Chicago bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tucson to Chicago train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Tucson to Chicago?

The best way to get from Tucson to Chicago is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $150 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $450 and takes 40h 50m, you could also train, which costs $210 - $460 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Tucson to Chicago bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Tucson and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h ahead of Tucson. It is currently 2:56 PM in Tucson and 3:56 PM in Chicago.

Where does the Tucson to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tucson to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Chicago is 1719 miles. It takes approximately 28h 46m to drive from Tucson to Chicago.

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

Book your Tucson to Chicago train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Chicago.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Tucson to Chicago by plane, bus, train, 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 Tucson to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane TUS - MDW
5h 30m
$152–705
Fly Tucson to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane TUS - ORD
5h 54m
$102–505
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tucson Downtown to Flagstaff Train Stationbus FlixBus 2047
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief
38h 28m
$201–1,367
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
40h 50m
$157–441
Drive 1,708.9 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Chicagocar 1,708.9 mi
28h 46m
$312–451
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane PHX - MDW
6h 56m
$267–790
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PHX - ORD
7h 10m
$357–790
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Texas Eagle
2d 2h
$210–460

Tucson to Chicago by bus and train

7Weekly Services

38h 28mAverage Duration

$201Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Tucson to Chicago.

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Distance: 1,459 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

Southwest Airlines flies from Tucson (TUS) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tucson to Chicago Bus Station via Phoenix Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station in around 40h 50m.

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