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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chicago to San Diego

Composite routes from Chicago to San Diego

Cheapest
32 h 21 min
Car
3343 km.
from $183
Other
46 h 7 min
2786 km.
from $521.46
2 d 2 h 15 min
2784 km.
from $625.83

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$760.87

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$434.78

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$456.52
Plane from Midway International Airport to San
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$500.00

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton
Ave. Duration:
42h 44m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83
Train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$81.52

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
ifsr@greyhound.com
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$163.04
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
39h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$130.43–$706.52

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Los Angeles Downtown to San
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$51.09

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to San Diego is to fly which costs $54.35 - $336.96 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to San Diego is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $54.35 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at San Diego via St Louis Bus Station and Los Angeles Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at San Diego via Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 7m.

How far is it from Chicago to San Diego?

The distance between Chicago and San Diego is 2804 km. The road distance is 3341.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 46h 7m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Chicago to San Diego, including transfers.

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

Chicago to San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to San Diego train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to San Diego?

The best way to get from Chicago to San Diego is to fly which takes 6h 37m and costs $54.35 - $1847.83 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $184.78 - $652.17 and takes 46h 7m, you could also bus, which costs $163.04 - $923.91 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Chicago to San Diego bus arrive?

Chicago to San Diego bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and San Diego?

San Diego is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 23:05 in Chicago and 21:05 in San Diego.

Where does the Chicago to San Diego train arrive?

Chicago to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fullerton Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to San Diego is 3342 km. It takes approximately 32h 19m to drive from Chicago to San Diego.

Which airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport?

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines and United Airlines offer flights from Chicago O'Hare International Airport Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to San Diego?

Book your Chicago to San Diego train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to San Diego?

Book your Chicago to San Diego bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 1964+ hotels available in San Diego. Prices start at $53.04 per night.
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