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What is the best way to travel from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Flights to Chicago from Phoenix, AZ. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
43h 40m
£102
£148
26
Flight
3h 19m
£44
£98
51

What is the cheapest way to reach Chicago from Phoenix, AZ?

You can reach Chicago with just £44 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £170
Wednesday
from £152
Thursday
from £131
Friday
Saturday
from £161
Sunday
Monday
from £44

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    48h 20m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £170
  • Greyhound US
    43h 40m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £171
  • Greyhound US
    47h 55m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    07:55
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £171
  • FlixBus
    73h 20m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix, AZ
    44th St/Washington
    14:00
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £178
  • FlixBus
    73h 35m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix, AZ
    44th St/Washington
    14:15
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £187

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    44h 20m
    0
    07:20
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £152
  • FlixBus
    74h 45m
    0
    11:30
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £152
  • FlixBus
    78h 30m
    0
    08:05
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:35
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £152
  • Greyhound US
    43h 40m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £154
  • Greyhound US
    49h 0m
    0
    07:20
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £156

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £131
  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £134
  • Greyhound US
    51h 15m
    0
    17:45
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £134
  • FlixBus
    73h 20m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:00
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £141
  • FlixBus
    73h 35m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £145

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £161
  • FlixBus
    73h 35m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix, AZ
    44th St/Washington
    14:15
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £164
  • FlixBus
    73h 55m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix, AZ
    44th St/Washington
    14:35
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £164
  • Greyhound US
    51h 15m
    0
    17:45
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £165
  • Greyhound US
    52h 40m
    0
    17:45
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    22:25
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £165

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    3h 25m
    0
    10:16
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    15:41
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £44
  • Frontier Airlines
    3h 19m
    0
    14:55
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    20:14
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £44
  • Frontier Airlines
    3h 36m
    0
    10:38
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    16:14
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £44
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 49m
    0
    17:46
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    08:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • Spirit Airlines
    12h 49m
    0
    14:34
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    05:23
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £72
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 57m
    0
    15:26
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    05:23
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £78
  • Cheapest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    44h 20m
    0
    07:20
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £102
  • Greyhound US
    43h 40m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £103
  • Greyhound US
    48h 35m
    0
    07:20
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    07:55
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • FlixBus
    73h 20m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:00
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £124
  • FlixBus
    73h 35m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £124

What are the fastest trips from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago?

You can get to Chicago from Phoenix, AZ in just 3h 19m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 43h 40m
Wednesday
from 43h 40m
Thursday
from 51h 15m
Friday
Saturday
from 51h 15m
Sunday
Monday
from 3h 19m

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Greyhound US
    43h 40m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £171
  • Greyhound US
    47h 55m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    07:55
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £171
  • Greyhound US
    48h 20m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £170
  • FlixBus
    73h 20m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix, AZ
    44th St/Washington
    14:00
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £178
  • FlixBus
    73h 35m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix, AZ
    44th St/Washington
    14:15
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £187

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Greyhound US
    43h 40m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £154
  • Greyhound US
    44h 20m
    0
    07:20
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £152
  • Greyhound US
    49h 0m
    0
    07:20
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    08:20
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £156
  • FlixBus
    74h 45m
    0
    11:30
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £152
  • FlixBus
    78h 30m
    0
    08:05
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:35
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £152

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • Greyhound US
    51h 15m
    0
    17:45
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £134
  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £131
  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £134
  • FlixBus
    73h 20m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:00
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £141
  • FlixBus
    73h 35m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £145

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    51h 15m
    0
    17:45
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    21:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £165
  • Greyhound US
    52h 10m
    0
    10:05
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    14:15
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £161
  • Greyhound US
    52h 40m
    0
    17:45
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    22:25
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £165
  • FlixBus
    73h 35m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix, AZ
    44th St/Washington
    14:15
    Chicago
    Union Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £164
  • FlixBus
    73h 55m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix, AZ
    44th St/Washington
    14:35
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £164

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    3h 19m
    0
    14:55
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    20:14
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £44
  • Frontier Airlines
    3h 25m
    0
    10:16
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    15:41
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £44
  • United Airlines
    3h 27m
    0
    00:45
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    06:12
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £92
  • Frontier Airlines
    3h 36m
    0
    10:38
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    16:14
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £44
  • JetBlue Airways
    10h 27m
    0
    23:59
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    12:26
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £259
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 57m
    0
    15:26
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    05:23
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £78
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • Greyhound US
    43h 40m
    0
    08:00
    Phoenix, AZ
    Coach Station
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £103
  • Greyhound US
    44h 20m
    0
    07:20
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    03:40
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £102
  • Greyhound US
    48h 35m
    0
    07:20
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    07:55
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £105
  • FlixBus
    73h 20m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:00
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £124
  • FlixBus
    73h 35m
    0
    12:40
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
    14:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £124
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

What are the most popular stations in Phoenix, AZ and Chicago?

In Phoenix, AZ, you will usually depart from 24th St & Jefferson St, Coach Station or 44th St/Washington, 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 Phoenix, AZ? With 6 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 Phoenix, AZ and Chicago, you can pay as low as £44 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

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 Flight from Frontier Airlines: you will get to Chicago in just 3h 19m.

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 Phoenix, AZ and Chicago are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines, 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 Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport or to Cicero, IL, and look at flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor 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 Phoenix, AZ to Chicago?

The most popular companies between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago, are Greyhound US, FlixBus and Frontier Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and 2 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Phoenix, AZ 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 Phoenix, AZ to Chicago

How can I reach Chicago from Phoenix, AZ?

Every day, there are on average 6 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Chicago from Phoenix, AZ.

How far is Chicago from Phoenix, AZ?

The distance between Phoenix, AZ and Chicago is 2,335.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Phoenix, AZ 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 63 kgs of CO2, a train 82 kgs, a car 397 kgs, and a flight 575 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Phoenix, AZ to Chicago?

You can get to Chicago with just £44 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

What is the fastest way to get from Phoenix, AZ 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 3h 19m with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

More routes to Phoenix, AZ and to Chicago

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Phoenix, AZ and to Chicago. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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