What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Florida?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Florida is to bus which costs $140 - $360 and takes 23h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Florida?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Florida is to fly which takes 5h 12m and costs $130 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Florida?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Florida. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Newnan St + Ashley St via Atlanta Bus Station and JRTC Bay J. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 59m.

How far is it from Chicago to Florida?

The distance between Chicago and Florida is 883 miles. The road distance is 983.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Florida without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Florida without a car is to bus which takes 23h 59m and costs $140 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Florida?

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Chicago to Florida, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Florida bus from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Florida?

The best way to get from Chicago to Florida is to bus which takes 23h 59m and costs $140 - $360. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $440 - $1,000 and takes 35h 41m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $600 and takes 5h 45m.

Where does the Chicago to Florida bus arrive?

Chicago to Florida bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Florida?

Florida is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 4:43 AM in Chicago and 5:43 AM in Florida.

Can I drive from Chicago to Florida?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Florida is 983 miles. It takes approximately 18h 34m to drive from Chicago to Florida.

Where can I stay near Florida?

There are 225+ hotels available in Florida.

Chicago to Florida - 10 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Chicago to Florida by subway, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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

Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Jacksonville
best
1. Take the subway from Roosevelt to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Jacksonville (JAX)plane MDW - JAX
5h 19m
$154–808
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Jacksonville
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Jacksonville (JAX)plane ORD - JAX
5h 45m
$104–558
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Jacksonvillebus FlixBus N2434 / ...
23h 59m
$147–360
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Jacksonvilletrain Floridian
35h 41m
$447–954
Drive 977.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Jacksonvillecar 977.5 mi
18h 34m
$179–258
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tampa (TPA)plane MDW - TPA
5h 16m
$114–607
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL)plane MDW - FLL
5h 12m
$134–658
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Orlando (MCO)plane MDW - MCO
5h 26m
$116–560
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Ft. Myers
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Ft. Myers (RSW)plane MDW - RSW
6h 35m
$126–660
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, line 203 bus
1. Take the subway from Roosevelt to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane MDW - SRQ
3. Take the bus from Downtown Station to 34Th St S Nb/1St Av Sbus
7h 4m
$174–865

Chicago to Florida by bus

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23h 59mAverage Duration

$147Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Florida.

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Distance: 878.1 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Florida, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Newnan St + Ashley St via Atlanta Bus Station, Jacksonville, and JRTC Bay J in around 23h 59m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Jacksonville once daily. Tickets cost $440–950 and the journey takes 34h 52m.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Jacksonville

Ave. Duration: 2h 19m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $150–800

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Jacksonville via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 16m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $160–850

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa

Ave. Duration: 2h 34m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $110–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa via Indianapolis

Ave. Duration: 4h 5m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $110–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa via Louisville

Ave. Duration: 4h 10m
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: $110–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 22m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $110–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 58m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport via Tampa

Ave. Duration: 5h 40m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $140–700

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando

Ave. Duration: 2h 38m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 21m
When: Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $110–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Ft. Myers

Ave. Duration: 2h 46m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $120–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Ft. Myers via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 50m
When: Saturday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Ft. Myers via Columbus

Ave. Duration: 4h 50m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Ft. Myers via Indianapolis

Ave. Duration: 4h 55m
When: Monday to Friday
Estimated price: $120–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Ft. Myers via Orlando

Ave. Duration: 5h 5m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $130–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 41m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $170–850

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 35m
When: Saturday to Wednesday
Estimated price: $170–850

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