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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Flagstaff is to fly which costs $120 - $480 and takes 7h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Flagstaff is to fly which takes 7h 44m and costs $120 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Flagstaff?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Flagstaff station. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Flagstaff Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Flagstaff?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Flagstaff. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 31h 44m.

How far is it from Chicago to Flagstaff?

The distance between Chicago and Flagstaff is 1394 miles. The road distance is 1615.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Flagstaff without a car is to train which takes 31h 44m and costs $900 - $1,500.

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

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Chicago to Flagstaff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Flagstaff bus from?

Chicago to Flagstaff bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Flagstaff train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Flagstaff?

The best way to get from Chicago to Flagstaff is to fly which takes 7h 44m and costs $120 - $480. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $900 - $1,500 and takes 31h 44m, you could also bus, which costs $300 - $450 and takes 34h 20m.

Where does the Chicago to Flagstaff bus arrive?

Chicago to Flagstaff bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Flagstaff?

Flagstaff is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 10:48 AM in Chicago and 8:48 AM in Flagstaff.

Where does the Chicago to Flagstaff train arrive?

Chicago to Flagstaff train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Flagstaff station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Flagstaff?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Flagstaff is 1616 miles. It takes approximately 27h 37m to drive from Chicago to Flagstaff.

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

Book your Chicago to Flagstaff train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Flagstaff?

There are 409+ hotels available in Flagstaff.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Flagstaff by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, shuttle, taxi, or bus

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 Flagstaff
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1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Flagstaff (FLG)plane ORD - FLG
7h 44m
$120–472
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flagstafftrain Southwest Chief
31h 44m
$900–1,500
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2510 / ...
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Flagstaff Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
34h 20m
$300–444
Drive 1,606.3 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Flagstaffcar 1,606.3 mi
27h 37m
$294–424
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MDW - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Flagstaff Amtrakshuttle
8h 19m
$306–419
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix, shuttle
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)plane ORD - PHX
2. Take a shuttle bus from Sky Harbor International Airport to Flagstaff Amtrakshuttle
8h 35m
$376–559
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Prescott, taxi, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Prescott (PRC)plane ORD - PRC
2. Take the taxi from Prescott (PRC) to Camp Verde Chevron Stationtaxi
3. Take the bus from Camp Verde Chevron Station to Flagstaff University Northbus
10h 40m
$222–625

Chicago to Flagstaff by train (Amtrak)

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31h 44mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Flagstaff.

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Distance: 1,386.3 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Flagstaff (FLG) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Flagstaff once daily. Tickets cost $900–1,500 and the journey takes 31h 44m.

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