What is the best way to travel from Los Angeles to Chicago?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Chicago from Los Angeles. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Chicago from Los Angeles?
You can get to Chicago with just £145 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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FlixBus73h 50m014:00Los AngelesUnion Station17:50Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US55h 0m023:20Los AngelesUnion Station08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus74h 15m014:00Los AngelesUnion Station18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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Greyhound US51h 10m023:20Los AngelesUnion Station04:30ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus55h 15m013:10Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses today
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FlixBus65h 10m013:10Los AngelesUnion Station08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US55h 30m012:55Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus57h 5m011:20Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus59h 40m008:45Los AngelesUniversity of Southern California (curbside)22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US51h 20m012:55Los AngelesUnion Station18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
Cheapest Buses Friday
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FlixBus73h 50m014:00Los AngelesUnion Station17:50Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US53h 50m000:30Los AngelesUnion Station08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus55h 15m013:10Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus55h 5m013:20Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US55h 0m023:20Los AngelesUnion Station08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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What are the fastest trips from Los Angeles to Chicago?
You can get to Chicago from Los Angeles in just 51h 10m with a Bus from Greyhound US. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Greyhound US51h 10m023:20Los AngelesUnion Station04:30ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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Greyhound US55h 0m023:20Los AngelesUnion Station08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus55h 15m013:10Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus73h 50m014:00Los AngelesUnion Station17:50Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus74h 15m014:00Los AngelesUnion Station18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
Fastest Buses today
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Greyhound US51h 20m012:55Los AngelesUnion Station18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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Greyhound US55h 30m012:55Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus57h 5m011:20Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus59h 40m008:45Los AngelesUniversity of Southern California (curbside)22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus65h 10m013:10Los AngelesUnion Station08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
Fastest Buses Friday
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Greyhound US53h 50m000:30Los AngelesUnion Station08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US55h 0m023:20Los AngelesUnion Station08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus55h 5m013:20Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus55h 15m013:10Los AngelesUnion Station22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus73h 50m014:00Los AngelesUnion Station17:50Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
Fastest Buses Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Los Angeles to Chicago
What are the most popular stations in Los Angeles and Chicago?
In Los Angeles, you will usually depart from Tufesa, Amtrak or Autobuses Coordinados USA, while in Chicago you will be arriving at Union Station, 95th Red Line Station or Cumberland CTA, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Chicago from Los Angeles? With 5 connections between 2 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Los Angeles and Chicago, you can pay as low as £145 with a Bus from FlixBus.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Greyhound US: you will get to Chicago in just 51h 10m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Los Angeles and Chicago are FlixBus and Greyhound US, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Los Angeles and Chicago is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from East Los Angeles, CA or to Cicero, IL, and look at flights from Los Angeles Airport, and landing at Chicago Midway Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Los Angeles to Chicago?
The most popular companies between Los Angeles and Chicago, are FlixBus and Greyhound US. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US
All you need to know when you travel from Los Angeles to Chicago
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Los Angeles to Chicago. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Los Angeles to Chicago
How can I reach Chicago from Los Angeles?
Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Chicago from Los Angeles.
How far is Chicago from Los Angeles?
The distance between Los Angeles and Chicago is 2,802.2 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Los Angeles and Chicago?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 76 kgs of CO2, a train 98 kgs, a car 476 kgs, and a flight 689 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Los Angeles to Chicago?
You can get to Chicago with just £145 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.
What is the fastest way to get from Los Angeles to Chicago?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Chicago in just 51h 10m with a Bus from Greyhound US.
More routes to Los Angeles and to Chicago
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Los Angeles and to Chicago. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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