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Chicago to San Francisco

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$547.76–$955.39
Plane from Midway International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
6h 44m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$955.39
Plane from South Bend to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$1,210.17
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$891.70

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from South Bend to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
7h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$369.42–$547.76
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
7h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$420.37

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$828.01
Plane from South Bend to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
6h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$1,146.47
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$955.39

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$216.56–$535.02
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.29–$547.76

Volaris

Website:
volaris.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
7h 11m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$458.59
Plane from Midway International Airport to Licenciado
Ave. Duration:
12h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$484.07

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
32h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.39–$420.37
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$82.80

South Shore Line

Phone:
+1 219-926-5744
Website:
mysouthshoreline.com/
Train from Van Buren St. to South
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$7.01–$16.56

Bus operators

Tornado Bus Company

Phone:
+1 888 358 6762
Website:
tornadobus.com
Bus from Chicago to Dallas
Ave. Duration:
16h 24m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$191.08–$496.81

Conexiones Tornado

Phone:
+52 81 2152 6736
Website:
tornadobus.com
Bus from Tornado Bus Co - Dallas I-30 to Conexiones
Ave. Duration:
24h 6m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$191.32

Autobuses del Río (Transportes Chayo)

Phone:
+1 479 750 3263
Website:
transporteschayo.com/
Bus from San Antonio Station to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
17h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$165.60–$184.71

TL Premium

Phone:
+52 449 913 0502
Website:
facebook.com/tl.premium1/
Bus from Omaha to Morelos
Ave. Duration:
34h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$292.99–$318.46

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago to Omaha
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.54–$193.07

Vallarta Plus

Phone:
+52 333 111 8780
Website:
vallartaplus.com/
Bus from Terminal Tlaquepaque to Sayulita
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.13–$47.43
Bus from Terminal Tlaquepaque to Bucerias
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$20.13–$47.43

Compostela

Website:
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064661953420
Bus from Versalles to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.91–$3.57

Terrabus

Phone:
+52 449 918 8112
Website:
facebook.com/turipaquetes
Bus from Zacatecas to Puerto
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$34.39–$70.06

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to San Francisco?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to San Francisco is to fly which costs $163.04 - $239.13 and takes 8h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to San Francisco?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to San Francisco is to fly which takes 8h 42m and costs $163.04 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and San Francisco?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from State & Harrison/Ida B Wells Drive and arriving at San Francisco via 35th/Archer Orange Line Station, Chicago, Tornado Bus Co - Dallas I-30, Terminal Tlaquepaque and Sayulita. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

How far is it from Chicago to San Francisco?

The distance between Chicago and San Francisco is 2943 km. The road distance is 3541.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to San Francisco without a car is to bus which takes 2 days 1h and costs $336.96 - $652.17 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to San Francisco?

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Chicago to San Francisco, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to San Francisco bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to San Francisco?

The best way to get from Chicago to San Francisco is to fly which takes 8h 42m and costs $163.04 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $336.96 - $652.17 and takes 2 days 1h. There are no good options to train between Chicago to San Francisco.

Where does the Chicago to San Francisco bus arrive?

Chicago to San Francisco bus services, operated by Tornado Bus Company, arrive at Dallas station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and San Francisco?

San Francisco is 1h behind Chicago. It is currently 04:02 in Chicago and 03:02 in San Francisco.

Can I drive from Chicago to San Francisco?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to San Francisco is 3542 km. It takes approximately 38h 14m to drive from Chicago to San Francisco.

Where can I stay near San Francisco?

There are 976+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $82.32 per night.
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