How to travel from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL

There are 3 options to travel between Saint Paul, MN and Chicago, IL including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL is a bus with an average price of €59.

This is compared to other travel options from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL:

A bus is €31 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL costing on average €90.

A bus is €70 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL costing on average €130.

The fastest way to travel from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 46m.

Other travel options to Chicago, IL take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 22m.

Bus takes on average 8h 37m.

The distance from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL is approximately 347 miles (559 km).

The average frequency per day from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL is:

• Around 34 flights per day.
• Around 6 trains per day.
• Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Saint Paul, MN and Chicago, IL as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL:

• Flights mostly depart from Saint Paul International Airport and arrive in O'Hare International Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Union Depot, Saint Paul, MN and arrive in Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL.
• Buses mostly depart from St Paul, Union Depot Station & Terminal and arrive in Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Amtrak to go to Chicago, IL by train.
• Travel with United, American Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Republic Airlines to go to Chicago, IL by flight.
• Travel with Greyhound, FlixBus to go to Chicago, IL by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL with the following travel companies:

• 3 direct trains per day with Amtrak.
• 9 direct flights per day with United, American Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Republic Airlines.
• 5 direct buses per day with Greyhound, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Saint Paul, MN to Chicago, IL often also extend their vacation to go to San Francisco, CA, New York, NY, Indianapolis, IN, Milwaukee, WI, Minneapolis, MN. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chicago, IL and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Chicago, IL to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Chicago, IL, you can explore the Museum of Science and Industry and its interactive exhibits, enjoy the vibrant neighborhoods like Wicker Park and Lincoln Park, take a river cruise to view iconic architecture, and attend a live performance at the historic Chicago Theatre. Visit Lincoln Park Zoo for a free and enjoyable day. For sights, don't miss Millennium Park with its modern art, the renowned Art Institute of Chicago, the entertainment hub of Navy Pier, panoramic views from Willis Tower Skydeck, and the fascinating exhibits at the Field Museum.

To fully experience Chicago, IL, plan for at least 3-4 days to visit key attractions such as Millennium Park, The Art Institute of Chicago, Navy Pier, and explore diverse neighborhoods.