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Chicago to Palo Alto

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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

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:
$165.60–$305.73
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
6h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$356.68

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$547.76
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$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

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.37
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 Oakland
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.35
Plane from Midway International Airport to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$828.01

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–$764.32
Train from Oakland Coliseum/Airport Amtrak to Santa
Ave. Duration:
52 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.64–$76.43
Train from Sacramento to Santa
Ave. Duration:
2h 51m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$101.91

BART

Phone:
+1-510-464-6000
Website:
bart.gov
Train from Richmond to Millbrae
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$12.10–$15.29

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 Montclair
Ave. Duration:
38h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$140.12–$828.01

Tufesa

Phone:
+1 833 766 3553
Website:
tufesainternacional.com
Bus from 285 S East End Ave - Pomona to San
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.17–$121.02

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Palo Alto?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Palo Alto is to fly which costs $65.22 - $271.74 and takes 7h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Palo Alto?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Palo Alto is to fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at El Camino & Churchill via St Louis Bus Station, Montclair Transit Center, 285 S East End Ave - Pomona and King & Virginia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Palo Alto?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Palo Alto. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at California Avenue Caltrain Southbound via Richmond and Millbrae Caltrain Southbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from Chicago to Palo Alto?

The distance between Chicago and Palo Alto is 3028 km. The road distance is 3473.8 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Palo Alto without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Palo Alto without a car is to train and BART which takes 2 days 7h and costs $206.52 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Palo Alto?

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Chicago to Palo Alto, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Palo Alto bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Palo Alto train from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Palo Alto?

The best way to get from Chicago to Palo Alto is to fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $217.39 - $1032.61 and takes 2 days 12h.

Where does the Chicago to Palo Alto bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Palo Alto?

Palo Alto is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 19:54 in Chicago and 17:54 in Palo Alto.

Where does the Chicago to Palo Alto train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Palo Alto?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Palo Alto is 3474 km. It takes approximately 33h 9m to drive from Chicago to Palo Alto.

Where can I stay near Palo Alto?

There are 588+ hotels available in Palo Alto. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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