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How to Travel from

Chicago to Alameda

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Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
7h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$547.76

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$560.50
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
4h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$1,082.78

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$292.99
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$331.20
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$369.42–$573.24

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$535.02
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$828.01
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.20–$1,019.09

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$58.60–$280.25

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$547.76

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$160.23
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$170.91
Plane from Midway International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$471.33
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$445.85
Plane from Midway International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.20–$828.01
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$305.73–$764.32

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Richmond
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$216.56–$700.62
Train from Sacramento to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Milpitas to Fruitvale
Ave. Duration:
42 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.99–$8.28

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$191.08
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
39h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$140.12–$828.01
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.30–$203.82

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
8h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$121.02

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Alameda is to fly which costs $65.22 - $260.87 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Alameda is to fly which takes 6h 33m and costs $130.43 - $315.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Alameda?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Oakland via St Louis Bus Station and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Alameda?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Alameda. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Lake Merritt via Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Chicago to Alameda?

The distance between Chicago and Alameda is 2990 km. The road distance is 3424.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Alameda without a car is to train which takes 2 days 5h and costs $184.78 - $597.83 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Chicago to Alameda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Alameda bus from?

Chicago to Alameda bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Alameda train from?

Chicago to Alameda train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Alameda?

The best way to get from Chicago to Alameda is to fly which takes 6h 33m and costs $130.43 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $184.78 - $597.83 and takes 2 days 5h, you could also bus, which costs $163.04 - $1086.96 and takes 2 days 7h.

Where does the Chicago to Alameda bus arrive?

Chicago to Alameda bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Alameda?

Alameda is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 03:58 in Chicago and 01:58 in Alameda.

Where does the Chicago to Alameda train arrive?

Chicago to Alameda train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Richmond station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Alameda?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Alameda is 3425 km. It takes approximately 32h 34m to drive from Chicago to Alameda.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Alameda?

Book your Chicago to Alameda bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Alameda?

There are 836+ hotels available in Alameda. Prices start at $52.37 per night.
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