How to get from ... to ...?

These pages provide basic directions between the intercity-transportation hubs (such as airports and intercity-rail stations) in Chicago and Los Angeles.  In all cases, one can get between the two points by rail transit (or express bus) with no more than one transfer.  In many cases, rail transit is also the fastest option (not to mention the cheapest).  If you decide to take a taxi instead, think twice - typically this does not save you any time despite costing you a lot (unlike trains, taxis sit in the same traffic where everybody else does).  Directions below are very simple, and - don't worry - you will not get lost, even if this is your first time in Chicago or Los Angeles.  Make sure you print all the maps from the appropriate page below before you begin your trip.  Have a pleasant journey!

 

Chicago

   

Los Angeles

   
  Between Chicago airports:   Between Los Angeles airports:  
    From O'Hare Airport to Midway Airport     From LAX Airport to Burbank Airport  
    From Midway Airport to O'Hare Airport     From Burbank Airport to LAX Airport  
  Between Chicago Union Station and the airports:   Between Los Angeles Union Station and the airports:  
    From O'Hare Airport to Union Station     From LAX Airport to Union Station  
    From Union Station to O'Hare Airport     From Union Station to LAX Airport  
    From Midway Airport to Union Station     From Burbank Airport to Union Station  
    From Union Station to Midway Airport     From Union Station to Burbank Airport  

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Last update: October 23, 2015.