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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chicago to Santa Monica

Composite routes from Chicago to Santa Monica

Cheapest
31 h 36 min
Car
3270 km.
from $179
Fastest
3 h 56 min
Plane
Other
2 d 1 h 1 min
2826 km.
from $590.91
9 h 44 min
Bus, Plane
2825 km.
from $280.98

Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$52.17–$315.22

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$413.04

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$402.17

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$51.09–$228.26

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Midway International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$423.91
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Los
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$206.52
Plane from Midway International Airport to Burbank
Ave. Duration:
4h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$456.52
Plane from Midway International Airport to Long
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$205.39
Plane from Midway International Airport to Ontario
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$402.17

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Los
Ave. Duration:
43h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

Metrolink Trains

Phone:
(800) 371-LINK (5465)
Website:
metrolinktrains.com
Train from Rancho Cucamonga station to L.
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.70–$10.87

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

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Santa Monica?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Santa Monica is to fly which costs $65.22 - $336.96 and takes 7h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Santa Monica?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Santa Monica is to fly which takes 7h 6m and costs $81.52 - $1086.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Santa Monica?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Santa Monica. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at 5th / Santa Monica via St Louis Bus Station and Patsaouras Transit Plaza. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

How far is it from Chicago to Santa Monica?

The distance between Chicago and Santa Monica is 2852 km. The road distance is 3268.3 km.

How do I travel from Chicago to Santa Monica without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Santa Monica without a car is to train which takes 45h 24m and costs $184.78 - $597.83 .

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Santa Monica?

It takes approximately 7h 6m to get from Chicago to Santa Monica, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Santa Monica bus from?

Chicago to Santa Monica bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Santa Monica?

The best way to get from Chicago to Santa Monica is to fly which takes 7h 6m and costs $81.52 - $1086.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $184.78 - $597.83 and takes 45h 24m, you could also bus, which costs $152.17 - $869.57 and takes 2 days 1h.

Where does the Chicago to Santa Monica bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chicago and Santa Monica?

Santa Monica is 2h behind Chicago. It is currently 05:06 in Chicago and 03:06 in Santa Monica.

Can I drive from Chicago to Santa Monica?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Santa Monica is 3268 km. It takes approximately 31h 33m to drive from Chicago to Santa Monica.

Where can I stay near Santa Monica?

There are 2882+ hotels available in Santa Monica. Prices start at $92.85 per night.
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