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How to Travel from

San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$574.06
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$497.52–$1,148.12

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$280.65
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$369.95
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.35–$344.44
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$420.98

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$548.54
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$892.98
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$765.41

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
7h 24m
Frequency:
Wednesday
Estimated price:
$59.96–$293.41
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$63.78–$280.65
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
6h 24m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$82.92–$357.19
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.92–$357.19

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Website:
alaskaair.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$625.09

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from San Francisco International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$176.62
Plane from Oakland International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.58
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 52m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$153.08–$446.49
Plane from Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$574.06
Plane from Sacramento International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$191.35–$548.54

Train operators

Caltrain

Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from San Francisco Caltrain Southbound to Santa
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.84–$14.03

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Richmond to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2d 4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$216.87–$765.41
Train from Richmond to Sacramento
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.76–$82.92

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from San Francisco Bus Station to Sparks
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.86–$153.08
Bus from Sparks Transit Center to Denver
Ave. Duration:
21h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.92–$484.76

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Denver to Bloomington/Normal
Ave. Duration:
18h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$178.60–$357.19

Peoria Charter Coach Company

Phone:
+1 800-448-0572
Website:
peoriacharter.com
Bus from Uptown Station to O'Hare
Ave. Duration:
2h 49m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$51.03–$58.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) is to fly which costs $65.22 - $271.74 and takes 6h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $59.78 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco station to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD). However, there are services departing from San Francisco Bus Station and arriving at O'Hare International Terminal 2 via Sparks Transit Center, Denver and Uptown Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 3h.

Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD). However, there are services departing from Civic Center / UN Plaza and arriving at O'Hare via Richmond and Clinton-Blue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 6h.

How far is it from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

The distance between San Francisco and Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) is 2988 km. The road distance is 3426.5 km.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 3h and costs $282.61 - $923.91 .

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD), including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) bus from?

San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from San Francisco Bus Station.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) train from?

San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.

Train, bus or fly from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) is to fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $59.78 - $293.48 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $282.61 - $923.91 and takes 2 days 3h, you could also train, which costs $184.78 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 6h.

Where does the San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) bus arrive?

San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sparks Transit Center station.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) is 2h ahead of San Francisco. It is currently 09:22 in San Francisco and 11:22 in Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD).

Where does the San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) train arrive?

San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD) is 3426 km. It takes approximately 32h 38m to drive from San Francisco to Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD).

Where can I stay near Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)?

There are 376+ hotels available in Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD). Prices start at $44.79 per night.
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