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How to Travel from

San Francisco to Northwestern University

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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

Delta

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

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

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 Midway
Ave. Duration:
6h 24m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$82.92–$357.19
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

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 Midway
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$574.06
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

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

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to St
Ave. Duration:
40h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$153.08–$829.20
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Champaign
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.03–$127.57

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from San Francisco to Los
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
6 times a week
Estimated price:
$38.27–$127.57

Peoria Charter Coach Company

Phone:
+1 800-448-0572
Website:
peoriacharter.com
Bus from Illinois Terminal to Woodfield
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$52.30–$58.68

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Northwestern University?

The cheapest way to get from San Francisco to Northwestern University is to fly which costs $65.22 - $271.74 and takes 7h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from San Francisco to Northwestern University?

The fastest way to get from San Francisco to Northwestern University is to fly which takes 7h 25m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between San Francisco and Northwestern University?

No, there is no direct bus from San Francisco to Northwestern University station. However, there are services departing from San Francisco and arriving at Davis CTA Station via Los Angeles Union Station, St Louis Bus Station, Illinois Terminal and Northwest Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 12h.

Is there a direct train between San Francisco and Northwestern University?

No, there is no direct train from San Francisco to Northwestern University. However, there are services departing from Civic Center / UN Plaza and arriving at Foster via Richmond and LaSalle/Van Buren. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 7h.

How far is it from San Francisco to Northwestern University?

The distance between San Francisco and Northwestern University is 3042 km. The road distance is 3443.1 km.

How do I travel from San Francisco to Northwestern University without a car?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Northwestern University without a car is to train which takes 2 days 7h and costs $184.78 - $706.52 .

How long does it take to get from San Francisco to Northwestern University?

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from San Francisco to Northwestern University, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Northwestern University bus from?

San Francisco to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from San Francisco station.

Where do I catch the San Francisco to Northwestern University train from?

San Francisco to Northwestern University train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Richmond station.

Train, bus or fly from San Francisco to Northwestern University?

The best way to get from San Francisco to Northwestern University is to fly which takes 7h 25m and costs $65.22 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $184.78 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 7h, you could also bus, which costs $217.39 - $978.26 and takes 2 days 12h.

Where does the San Francisco to Northwestern University bus arrive?

San Francisco to Northwestern University bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Los Angeles Downtown station.

What is the time difference between San Francisco and Northwestern University?

Northwestern University is 2h ahead of San Francisco. It is currently 09:25 in San Francisco and 11:25 in Northwestern University.

Where does the San Francisco to Northwestern University train arrive?

San Francisco to Northwestern University train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from San Francisco to Northwestern University?

Yes, the driving distance between San Francisco to Northwestern University is 3443 km. It takes approximately 32h 54m to drive from San Francisco to Northwestern University.

Where can I stay near Northwestern University?

There are 1151+ hotels available in Northwestern University. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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