What is the best way to travel from San Diego to Chicago?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Flights for the journey to Chicago from San Diego. 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 San Diego?
You can get to Chicago with just £132 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, 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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FlixBus61h 10m017:10San DiegoLa Jolla Village08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus61h 30m016:50San DiegoOld Town Transit Center08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US58h 45m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus55h 10m008:40San DiegoLa Jolla Village17:50Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US61h 10m007:15San DiegoOld Town Transit Center22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Frontier Airlines6h 57m015:38San Diego AirportSan Diego Airport00:35Chicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center0Economy
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Frontier Airlines6h 35m015:38San Diego AirportSan Diego Airport00:13Chicago Midway AirportChicago Midway Airport0Economy
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Frontier Airlines15h 48m006:25San Diego AirportSan Diego Airport00:13Chicago Midway AirportChicago Midway Airport0Economy
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Viva Aerobus16h 55m019:20Tijuana AirportTijuana Airport14:15Chicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center0Economy
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Spirit Airlines6h 11m006:15San Diego AirportSan Diego Airport14:26Chicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center0Economy
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Aeroméxico11h 54m009:20Tijuana AirportTijuana Airport23:14Chicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center0Economy
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Greyhound Lines Mexico67h 35m010:30Tijuana AirportTijuana Airport08:05ChicagoUnion Station0Economy
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Greyhound US61h 10m007:15San DiegoOld Town Transit Center22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus59h 25m009:00San DiegoOld Town Transit Center22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus58h 55m009:30San DiegoLa Jolla Village22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound Lines Mexico67h 35m010:30Tijuana AirportTijuana Airport08:05ChicagoUnion Station0Economy
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Greyhound US55h 10m009:05San DiegoOld Town Transit Center18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus55h 35m008:40San DiegoLa Jolla Village18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus56h 5m008:10San DiegoOld Town Transit Center18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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Greyhound US54h 5m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center03:40ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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What are the fastest trips from San Diego to Chicago?
You can get to Chicago from San Diego in just 6h 11m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines. 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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FlixBus55h 10m008:40San DiegoLa Jolla Village17:50Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US58h 45m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus61h 10m017:10San DiegoLa Jolla Village08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US61h 10m007:15San DiegoOld Town Transit Center22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus61h 30m016:50San DiegoOld Town Transit Center08:20Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Spirit Airlines6h 11m006:15San Diego AirportSan Diego Airport14:26Chicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center0Economy
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Frontier Airlines6h 35m015:38San Diego AirportSan Diego Airport00:13Chicago Midway AirportChicago Midway Airport0Economy
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Frontier Airlines6h 57m015:38San Diego AirportSan Diego Airport00:35Chicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center0Economy
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Alaska Airlines8h 39m006:15San Diego AirportSan Diego Airport16:54Chicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center0Economy
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Viva Aerobus9h 8m000:05Tijuana AirportTijuana Airport11:13Chicago Midway AirportChicago Midway Airport0Economy
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Aeroméxico11h 54m009:20Tijuana AirportTijuana Airport23:14Chicago O'Hare AirportChicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center0Economy
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FlixBus58h 55m009:30San DiegoLa Jolla Village22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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FlixBus59h 25m009:00San DiegoOld Town Transit Center22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound US61h 10m007:15San DiegoOld Town Transit Center22:25Chicago95th Red Line Station0Economy
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Greyhound Lines Mexico67h 35m010:30Tijuana AirportTijuana Airport08:05ChicagoUnion Station0Economy
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Greyhound US54h 5m019:35San DiegoOld Town Transit Center03:40ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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Greyhound US55h 10m009:05San DiegoOld Town Transit Center18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus55h 35m008:40San DiegoLa Jolla Village18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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FlixBus56h 5m008:10San DiegoOld Town Transit Center18:15ChicagoGreyhound Bus Station0Economy
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Greyhound Lines Mexico67h 35m010:30Tijuana AirportTijuana Airport08:05ChicagoUnion Station0Economy
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Bus from San Diego to Chicago
What are the most popular stations in San Diego and Chicago?
In San Diego, you will usually depart from Santa Fe Depot, San Ysidro Transit Center or Old Town Transit Center, 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 San Diego? With 8 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 San Diego and Chicago, you can pay as low as £132 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 Spirit Airlines: you will get to Chicago in just 6h 11m.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 San Diego and Chicago are FlixBus, Greyhound US 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 San Diego 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 San Diego Airport or to Cicero, IL, and look at flights from Tijuana 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 San Diego to Chicago?
The most popular companies between San Diego and Chicago, are FlixBus, Greyhound US and Frontier Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound US and Greyhound Lines Mexico
Airlines: Frontier Airlines, Viva Aerobus, Volaris and 3 more.
All you need to know when you travel from San Diego to Chicago
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from San Diego 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 San Diego to Chicago
How can I reach Chicago from San Diego?
Every day, there are on average 8 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Chicago from San Diego.
How far is Chicago from San Diego?
The distance between San Diego and Chicago is 2,784.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between San Diego 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 75 kgs of CO2, a train 97 kgs, a car 473 kgs, and a flight 685 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from San Diego to Chicago?
You can get to Chicago with just £132 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.
What is the fastest way to get from San Diego 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 6h 11m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.
More routes to San Diego and to Chicago
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to San Diego and to Chicago. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
