Bus Tickets from Chicago to Santa Monica

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Santa Monica

  1. What is the distance between Chicago and Santa Monica?

    The distance between Chicago and Santa Monica is around 2828 km (1754 miles).

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Santa Monica!

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Chicago to Santa Monica.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Chicago to Santa Monica will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Santa Monica

You can also go to Santa Monica by train

Train from Chicago to Santa Monica

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