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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Boulder is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 16h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Boulder is to drive which takes 16h 10m and costs $180 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Boulder?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Boulder. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Broadway & Euclid Ave via Union Station Gate B17. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 33m.

How far is it from Chicago to Boulder?

The distance between Chicago and Boulder is 954 miles. The road distance is 1011.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Boulder without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 52m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Chicago to Boulder, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Boulder bus from?

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

Where does the Chicago to Boulder bus arrive?

Chicago to Boulder bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Boulder?

Boulder is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 9:29 AM in Chicago and 8:29 AM in Boulder.

Can I drive from Chicago to Boulder?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Boulder is 1011 miles. It takes approximately 16h 10m to drive from Chicago to Boulder.

Where can I stay near Boulder?

There are 174+ hotels available in Boulder.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Boulder 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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Denver, bus
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Denver (DEN)plane ORD - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Stationbus
5h 57m
Drive 1,005.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Bouldercar 1,005.3 mi
16h 10m
$184–265
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Denvertrain California Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B17 to Broadway & Regent Drbus Ff1 / ...
19h 52m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0123S
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B17 to Broadway & Euclid Avebus Ff1 / ...
22h 33m
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Denver, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Denver (DEN)plane MDW - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Stationbus
5h 46m
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Denver, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Denver (DEN)plane MKE - DEN
3. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Stationbus
7h 10m
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Colorado Springs Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS)plane MDW - COS
2. Take the bus from Colorado Springs Airport to Denver International Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Stationbus
8h 42m
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Colorado Springs Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS)plane ORD - COS
2. Take the bus from Colorado Springs Airport to Denver International Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Stationbus
9h 7m

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Denver (DEN) flights

154Weekly Planes

2h 52mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Boulder.

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Distance: 948.4 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Broadway & Euclid Ave via Denver Union Station and Union Station Gate B17 in around 22h 33m.

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