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18 h 26 min
1870 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Chicago to Austin

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By car (1 870 km)
18 h 26 min
1870 km.
from $102
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Plane from Chicago (Chicago Midway International Airport) to Austin (Austin-Bergstrom International Airport)
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Rideshare
18 h 26 min
1870 km.
from $24.39
Train, Plane
6 h 59 min
1575 km.
from $270

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Austin–Bergstrom
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$611.45
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Austin–Bergstrom
Ave. Duration:
5h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$611.45

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Austin–Bergstrom
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$369.42

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Austin–Bergstrom
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$598.71
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Austin–Bergstrom
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$611.45

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Austin–Bergstrom
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$44.59–$242.03

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Austin–Bergstrom
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$458.59
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Austin–Bergstrom
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$420.37
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Austin–Bergstrom
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$458.59

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Austin
Ave. Duration:
28h 43m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$121.02–$407.64
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17

Bus operators

Tornado Bus Company

Phone:
+1 888 358 6762
Email:
Website:
tornadobus.com
Bus from Chicago to Tornado
Ave. Duration:
20h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$242.03–$611.45

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Austin is to fly which costs $59.78 - $326.09 and takes 5h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Austin is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $59.78 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Austin?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Austin station. However, there are services departing from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive and arriving at Republic Square Station via 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, Chicago, 700 Ben White and South Congress Station Bay J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Austin?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Austin. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28h 43m.

How far is it from Chicago to Austin?

The distance between Chicago and Austin is 1598 km. The road distance is 1802.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Austin without a car is to bus which takes 22h 54m and costs $206.52 - $532.61 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Chicago to Austin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Austin bus from?

Chicago to Austin bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, depart from Chicago station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Austin train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Austin?

The best way to get from Chicago to Austin is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $59.78 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $206.52 - $532.61 and takes 22h 54m, you could also train, which costs $103.26 - $347.83 and takes 28h 43m.

Where does the Chicago to Austin bus arrive?

Chicago to Austin bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Tornado Bus Co - Austin station.

Where does the Chicago to Austin train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Austin?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Austin is 1802 km. It takes approximately 18h 36m to drive from Chicago to Austin.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Austin?

Book your Chicago to Austin train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Austin?

There are 1396+ hotels available in Austin. Prices start at $39.87 per night.
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