Rome2Rio

How to get fromChicago to Bournemouthby plane or train

Find Transport to Bournemouth

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Bournemouth by plane or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Southampton Airport, train

    best
    1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane plane ORD - SOU
    2. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain train
    14h 16m
    £204–779

  2. Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Bristol Airport, train

    cheapest
    1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane plane ORD - BRS
    2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Southampton Centraltrain train
    3. Take the train from Southampton Central to Bournemouthtrain train
    16h 21m
    £174–639

  3. Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train

    1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane plane ORD - LHR
    2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain train
    3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain train
    13h 33m
    £368–994

  4. Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Birmingham Airport, train

    1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane plane ORD - BHX
    2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Bournemouthtrain train
    16h 35m
    £212–474

  5. Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train

    1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane plane MDW - LHR
    2. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain train
    3. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain train
    15h 37m
    £358–1,094

  6. Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to London Gatwick Airport, train

    1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane plane ORD - LGW
    2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Bournemouthtrain train
    15h 49m
    £207–522

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Southampton Airport (SOU) flights

Calendar34Weekly Planes
Duration13h 10mAverage Duration
Ticket£194Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Chicago to Bournemouth.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 3,974.8 mi
  • Duration: 14h 16m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Bournemouth, England?

There is no direct connection from Chicago to Bournemouth. However, you can take the subway to O'Hare, walk to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) airport, fly to Southampton Airport (SOU), walk to Southampton Airport Parkway, then take the train to Bournemouth. Alternatively, you can take the subway to O'Hare, walk to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), walk to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3, take the train to London Paddington, take the train to Reading, then take the train to Bournemouth.

Airlines
Train operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides