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

The cheapest way to get from Scottsdale to Chicago is to fly which costs $160 - $350 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scottsdale to Chicago is to fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $100 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Scottsdale and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Scottsdale to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from McDowell Rd & 87th St and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix, El Paso Bus Station, California St & 21st St and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 53m.

How far is it from Scottsdale to Chicago?

The distance between Scottsdale and Chicago is 1474 miles. The road distance is 1692.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scottsdale to Chicago without a car is to bus and train via Flagstaff which takes 38h 2m and costs $900 - $1,600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Scottsdale to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scottsdale to Chicago bus from?

Scottsdale to Chicago bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix station.

Bus or fly from Scottsdale to Chicago?

The best way to get from Scottsdale to Chicago is to fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $100 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $360 - $550 and takes 40h 53m.

Where does the Scottsdale to Chicago bus arrive?

Scottsdale to Chicago bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at El Paso station.

What is the time difference between Scottsdale and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h ahead of Scottsdale. It is currently 1:35 PM in Scottsdale and 2:35 PM in Chicago.

Can I drive from Scottsdale to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Scottsdale to Chicago is 1692 miles. It takes approximately 29h 54m to drive from Scottsdale to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1309+ hotels available in Chicago.

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

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

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane PHX - MDW
5h 53m
$106–499
Bus, train via Flagstaff
1. Take the bus from Tempe to Flagstaff Train Stationbus FlixBus 2047
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief
38h 2m
$927–1,542
Bus
1. Take the bus from 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix to El Pasobus
2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Denverbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
40h 53m
$362–532
Drive 1,682.4 mi
1. Drive from Scottsdale to Chicagocar 1,682.4 mi
29h 54m
$288–416
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane PHX - ORD
6h 18m
$166–349
Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, train
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane PHX - MKE
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
8h 21m
$191–743
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tempe to Tucson Downtownbus FlixBus 2042 / ...
2. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Texas Eagle
2d 8h
$1,219–1,928

Scottsdale to Chicago by bus and train

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38h 2mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,465.1 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

Southwest Airlines flies from Phoenix (PHX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from McDowell Rd & 87th St to Chicago Bus Station via McDowell Rd & 27th Av, 2707 W McDowell Rd - Phoenix, El Paso, El Paso Bus Station, Denver, California St & 21st St, 11th St & Auraria Pkwy, and Denver Union Station in around 40h 53m.

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