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Chicago to Big Sur

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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:
$89.17–$560.50

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–$573.24
Plane from Midway International Airport to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$331.20–$955.39

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$356.68
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 31m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$305.73

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$891.70
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$547.76
Plane from Midway International Airport to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
8h 8m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$331.20–$891.70

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.87–$292.99

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$624.19
Plane from Midway International Airport to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
7h 4m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$331.20–$955.39

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$522.28
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
7h 1m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$471.33
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.37
Plane from Midway International Airport to Oakland
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.35

Allegiant Air

Website:
allegiantair.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
7h 43m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$318.46–$891.70

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Emeryville
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$216.56–$764.32
Train from Emeryville to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
3h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$95.54

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Coliseum to Milpitas
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$5.86–$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:
$152.86–$828.01

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from SJC Airport Terminal B to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$57.32–$70.06
Bus from SFO Airport Terminal 3-Lower Level to Monterey
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$70.06–$82.80

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Salinas
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$31.85–$108.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Big Sur?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Big Sur is to fly and shuttle which costs $195.65 - $434.78 and takes 10h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Big Sur?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Big Sur is to fly which takes 8h 57m and costs $358.70 - $923.91 .

How far is it from Chicago to Big Sur?

The distance between Chicago and Big Sur is 3136 km. The road distance is 3632.6 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Big Sur without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Big Sur without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 2 days 7h and costs $315.22 - $1195.65 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Big Sur?

It takes approximately 9h 34m to get from Chicago to Big Sur, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Big Sur?

Big Sur is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 13:02 in Chicago and 11:02 in Big Sur.

Can I drive from Chicago to Big Sur?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Big Sur is 3633 km. It takes approximately 34h 55m to drive from Chicago to Big Sur.

Which airlines fly from Midway International Airport Airport to Monterey Regional Airport Airport?

Allegiant Air, Frontier Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc. and three other airlines offer flights from Midway International Airport Airport to Monterey Regional Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Big Sur?

There are 18+ hotels available in Big Sur. Prices start at $116.92 per night.
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