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Chicago to Silicon Valley

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from Indio Bus Station to 612
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$63.69

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 Indio
Ave. Duration:
36h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$140.12–$828.01

CBX Cross Border Express

Website:
crossborderxpress.com/en/
Bus from Los Angeles to 1642
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.06–$101.91

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:
7h 7m
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

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Palo
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.28–$10.83

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

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Silicon Valley?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Silicon Valley is to fly which costs $65.22 - $271.74 and takes 7h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Silicon Valley?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Silicon Valley is to fly which takes 7h 6m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Silicon Valley?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Silicon Valley. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at El Camino & Embarcadero via St Louis Bus Station, Indio Bus Station, Los Angeles and King & Story. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Silicon Valley?

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

How far is it from Chicago to Silicon Valley?

The distance between Chicago and Silicon Valley is 3026 km. The road distance is 3473.8 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Silicon Valley without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Silicon Valley 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 Silicon Valley?

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Chicago to Silicon Valley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Silicon Valley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Silicon Valley train from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Silicon Valley?

The best way to get from Chicago to Silicon Valley is to fly which takes 7h 6m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $239.13 - $1032.61 and takes 2 days 11h.

Where does the Chicago to Silicon Valley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chicago to Silicon Valley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Silicon Valley?

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

Which airlines fly from Midway International Airport Airport to San Francisco International Airport Airport?

Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines offer flights from Midway International Airport Airport to San Francisco International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near Silicon Valley?

There are 522+ hotels available in Silicon Valley. Prices start at $57.96 per night.
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