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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Florida is to fly which costs $100 - $410 and takes 5h 13m.

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 10m and costs $150 - $380.

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 24h.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Florida?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Florida. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Jacksonville via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 40m.

How far is it from Chicago to Florida?

The distance between Chicago and Florida is 884 miles. The road distance is 981.7 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 24h and costs $150 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m 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.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Florida train from?

Chicago to Florida train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Florida?

The best way to get from Chicago to Florida is to bus which takes 24h and costs $150 - $310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $420 - $950 and takes 35h 40m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $410 and takes 5h 13m.

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 2:47 PM in Chicago and 3:47 PM in Florida.

Where does the Chicago to Florida train arrive?

Chicago to Florida train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Jacksonville station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Florida?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Florida is 982 miles. It takes approximately 18h 34m to drive from Chicago to Florida.

Where can I stay near Florida?

There are 648+ hotels available in Florida.

Chicago to Florida - 11 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

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There are 11 ways to get from Chicago to Florida by subway, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Jacksonville
best
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Jacksonville (JAX)plane MDW - JAX
5h 28m
$164–558
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tampa (TPA)plane MDW - TPA
5h 13m
$104–407
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 / ...
24h
$151–302
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Jacksonvilletrain Floridian
35h 40m
$423–928
Drive 976 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Jacksonvillecar 976 mi
18h 34m
$179–258
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Jacksonville
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Jacksonville (JAX)plane ORD - JAX
5h 59m
$184–508
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 10m
$154–378
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tampa
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tampa (TPA)plane ORD - TPA
5h 42m
$154–557
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Orlando (MCO)plane MDW - MCO
5h 29m
$196–490
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Ft. Myers
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Ft. Myers (RSW)plane MDW - RSW
6h 38m
$146–710
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, line 203 bus
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash 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 2m
$184–915

Chicago to Florida by bus

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Distance: 878.9 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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 24h. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Jacksonville once daily. Tickets cost $420–950 and the journey takes 34h 52m.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Jacksonville

Ave. Duration: 2h 16m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $110–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Jacksonville via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 13m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Estimated price: $110–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Jacksonville via St. Louis

Ave. Duration: 4h
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $120–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa

Ave. Duration: 2h 32m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $120–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa via Atlanta

Ave. Duration: 4h 33m
When: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $120–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 32m
When: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $130–650

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

Ave. Duration: 2h 54m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $130–650

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 11m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $140–650

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando

Ave. Duration: 2h 35m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $120–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 20m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $120–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando via Covington

Ave. Duration: 4h 30m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $120–600

Flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Ft. Myers

Ave. Duration: 2h 45m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $140–700

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

Ave. Duration: 4h 52m
When: Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price: $150–700

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 7m
When: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $140–700

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 12m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $150–700

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 40m
When: Monday to Wednesday
Estimated price: $150–750

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

Ave. Duration: 2h 36m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $180–900

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 13m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $180–900

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