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How to Travel from

California to Illinois

by Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.15–$369.42

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$891.70
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$484.07
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$496.81–$1,146.47
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
5h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$445.85
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$560.50

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$420.37
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$356.68

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$509.54
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$471.33
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$764.32
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
5h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 1m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$445.85
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$573.24

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$49.68–$216.56
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.80–$356.68
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
7h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$280.25

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$458.59
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
3h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$585.98
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$547.76
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$496.81
Plane from San Diego International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$560.50
Plane from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$276.05–$276.24
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Lambert–St.
Ave. Duration:
3h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$433.11

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
43h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Train from St. Louis to Springfield
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$89.17

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to St
Ave. Duration:
40h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$152.86–$828.01
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$191.08

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from California to Illinois?

The cheapest way to get from California to Illinois is to fly and train which costs $92.39 - $347.83 and takes 8h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from California to Illinois?

The fastest way to get from California to Illinois is to fly which takes 5h 41m and costs $54.35 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between California and Illinois?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Illinois station. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 0h.

Is there a direct train between California and Illinois?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Los Angeles and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43h 23m.

How far is it from California to Illinois?

The distance between California and Illinois is 2803 km. The road distance is 3243.7 km.

How do I travel from California to Illinois without a car?

The best way to get from California to Illinois without a car is to train which takes 43h 23m and costs $173.91 - $597.83 .

How long does it take to get from California to Illinois?

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from California to Illinois, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Illinois bus from?

California to Illinois bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Where do I catch the California to Illinois train from?

California to Illinois train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Los Angeles station.

Train, bus or fly from California to Illinois?

The best way to get from California to Illinois is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $54.35 - $1847.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $173.91 - $597.83 and takes 43h 23m, you could also bus, which costs $152.17 - $869.57 and takes 2 days 0h.

Where does the California to Illinois bus arrive?

California to Illinois bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between California and Illinois?

Illinois is 2h ahead of California. It is currently 11:11 in California and 13:11 in Illinois.

Where does the California to Illinois train arrive?

California to Illinois train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from California to Illinois?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Illinois is 3244 km. It takes approximately 31h 17m to drive from California to Illinois.

How do I get a train ticket from California to Illinois?

Book your California to Illinois train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from California to Illinois?

Book your California to Illinois bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Illinois?

There are seven+ hotels available in Illinois. Prices start at $47.07 per night.
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