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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Scottsdale is to fly which costs $120 - $240 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Scottsdale is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $120 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Scottsdale?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Scottsdale. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at McDowell Rd & Pima Rd via 11th St & Auraria Pkwy, Denver, El Paso and McDowell Rd & 27th Av. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 8m.

How far is it from Chicago to Scottsdale?

The distance between Chicago and Scottsdale is 1473 miles. The road distance is 1699.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Scottsdale without a car is to train and bus which takes 36h 27m and costs $950 - $1,500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Chicago to Scottsdale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Scottsdale bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Scottsdale?

The best way to get from Chicago to Scottsdale is to fly which takes 6h 48m and costs $120 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $360 - $550 and takes 42h 8m.

Where does the Chicago to Scottsdale bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Scottsdale?

Scottsdale is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 2:55 AM in Chicago and 12:55 AM in Scottsdale.

Can I drive from Chicago to Scottsdale?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Scottsdale is 1699 miles. It takes approximately 29h 41m to drive from Chicago to Scottsdale.

Where can I stay near Scottsdale?

There are 3031+ hotels available in Scottsdale.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Scottsdale by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Phoenix
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1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MDW - PHX
6h 48m
$126–239
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flagstafftrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tempebus FlixBus 2047
36h 27m
$951–1,461
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver to El Paso Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from El Paso to 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenixbus
42h 8m
$364–521
Drive 1,689.3 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Scottsdalecar 1,689.3 mi
29h 41m
$309–446
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Phoenix
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Phoenix (PHX)plane ORD - PHX
7h 3m
$196–379
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Phoenix
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Phoenix (PHX)plane MKE - PHX
8h 16m
$203–790
Train to South Bend, fly to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)plane SBN - AZA
8h 13m
$200–716

Chicago to Scottsdale by train and bus

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36h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,464.9 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

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

Southwest Airlines flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Phoenix (PHX) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to McDowell Rd & Pima Rd via Denver Union Station, 11th St & Auraria Pkwy, Stout St & 21st St, Denver, El Paso Bus Station, El Paso, 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix, and McDowell Rd & 27th Av in around 42h 8m.

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