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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Sydney is to drive which costs $500 - $800 and takes 30h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Sydney is to fly which takes 8h 33m and costs $550 - $2,500.

How far is it from Chicago to Sydney?

The distance between Chicago and Sydney is 2303 km. The road distance is 2687.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Sydney without a car is to train and bus which takes 2 days 8h and costs $950 - $2,000.

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

It takes approximately 8h 33m to get from Chicago to Sydney, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Sydney?

Sydney is 2h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 9:56 AM in Chicago and 11:56 AM in Sydney.

Can I drive from Chicago to Sydney?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Sydney is 2688 km. It takes approximately 30h 40m to drive from Chicago to Sydney.

Where can I stay near Sydney?

There are 28+ hotels available in Sydney.

Chicago to Sydney - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chicago to Sydney by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sydney/J.A. Douglas Mccurdy Airport (YQY)plane ORD - YQY
8h 33m
$582–2,442
Drive 2,687.6 km
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1. Drive from Chicago to Sydneycar 2,687.6 km
30h 40m
$531–766
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Schenectadytrain
2. Take the train from Schenectady to St-Lambert Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Saint-Lambert to Halifaxtrain
4. Take the bus from Halifax to Sydneybus
2d 8h
$965–2,000

Chicago to Sydney by train and bus

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2d 8hAverage Duration

$965Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,303 km
Duration: 8h 33m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Sydney, NS, Canada?

Air Canada and American Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Sydney/J.A. Douglas Mccurdy Airport (YQY) 4 times a day.

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