How to Travel from
Elgin to San Francisco
by Route or Car
Seven ways to Travel from Elgin to San Francisco
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Cheapest
By car (3 255 km)
30 h 49 min
3255 km.
from $179
Other
Train
2 d 8 h 2 min
2930 km.
from $525.15
Bus
2 d 11 h 10 min
2928 km.
from $710.61
Train, Plane (Train to Midway International Airport)
8 h 27 min
2930 km.
from $174.35
Train, Plane (Train to Midway International Airport)
8 h 38 min
2930 km.
from $290.33
Bus, Plane
8 h 42 min
2930 km.
from $280.43
Train, Plane (Train to Midway International Airport)
9 h 55 min
2930 km.
from $339.67
Transport providers
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:
6h 56m
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 Oakland
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.35
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 Norman
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$522.28
Train operators
Caltrain
Phone:
+1 800-660-4287
Website:
caltrain.com
Train from Santa Clara Caltrain Northbound to San
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$10.19–$14.01
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
Metra
Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Elgin to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.33–$9.55
Bus operators
Greyhound USA
Bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to St
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$127.39
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
39h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$152.86–$828.01
Flixbus USA
Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Union Station to San
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.22–$127.39
Peoria Charter Coach Company
Bus from Woodfield Mall to Illinois
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$52.23–$58.60
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Elgin to San Francisco?
The cheapest way to get from Elgin to San Francisco is to train and fly which costs $65.22 - $282.61 and takes 8h 27m.
What is the fastest way to get from Elgin to San Francisco?
The fastest way to get from Elgin to San Francisco is to fly which takes 6h 59m and costs $65.22 - $304.35 .
Is there a direct bus between Elgin and San Francisco?
No, there is no direct bus from Elgin to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Chicago St & Spring St and arriving at San Francisco via Woodfield Mall, Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, St Louis Bus Station and Los Angeles Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.
Is there a direct train between Elgin and San Francisco?
No, there is no direct train from Elgin to San Francisco. However, there are services departing from Elgin and arriving at Civic Center / UN Plaza via Chicago Union Station and Richmond. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 8h.
How far is it from Elgin to San Francisco?
The distance between Elgin and San Francisco is 3033 km. The road distance is 3381 km.
How do I travel from Elgin to San Francisco without a car?
The best way to get from Elgin to San Francisco without a car is to train which takes 2 days 8h and costs $184.78 - $706.52 .
How long does it take to get from Elgin to San Francisco?
It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Elgin to San Francisco, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Elgin to San Francisco bus from?
Elgin to San Francisco bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, depart from Woodfield Mall station.
Where do I catch the Elgin to San Francisco train from?
Elgin to San Francisco train services, operated by Metra, depart from Elgin station.
Train, bus or fly from Elgin to San Francisco?
The best way to get from Elgin to San Francisco is to fly which takes 6h 59m and costs $65.22 - $304.35 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $184.78 - $706.52 and takes 2 days 8h, you could also bus, which costs $217.39 - $978.26 and takes 2 days 11h.
Where does the Elgin to San Francisco bus arrive?
Elgin to San Francisco bus services, operated by Peoria Charter Coach Company, arrive at Illinois Terminal station.
What is the time difference between Elgin and San Francisco?
San Francisco is 2h behind Elgin. It is currently 23:06 in Elgin and 21:06 in San Francisco.
Where does the Elgin to San Francisco train arrive?
Elgin to San Francisco train services, operated by Metra, arrive at Chicago Union Station.
Can I drive from Elgin to San Francisco?
Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to San Francisco is 3381 km. It takes approximately 32h 17m to drive from Elgin to San Francisco.
Where can I stay near San Francisco?
There are 823+ hotels available in San Francisco. Prices start at $54.04 per night.
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