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

The cheapest way to get from Florida to Chicago is to bus which costs $140 - $370 and takes 24h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Florida to Chicago is to fly which takes 5h and costs $80 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Florida and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Florida to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Newnan St + Ashley St and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Jacksonville and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 53m.

How far is it from Florida to Chicago?

The distance between Florida and Chicago is 882 miles. The road distance is 987.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Florida to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 24h 53m and costs $140 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Florida to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Florida to Chicago bus from?

Florida to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Jacksonville station.

Train, bus or fly from Florida to Chicago?

The best way to get from Florida to Chicago is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $120 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $370 and takes 24h 53m, you could also train, which costs $440 - $1,000 and takes 36h 36m.

Where does the Florida to Chicago bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Florida and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Florida. It is currently 4:58 AM in Florida and 3:58 AM in Chicago.

Can I drive from Florida to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Florida to Chicago is 988 miles. It takes approximately 18h 27m to drive from Florida to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 784+ hotels available in Chicago.

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

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

Fly Jacksonville to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane JAX - MDW
5h 2m
$124–658
Fly Orlando to Chicago Midway International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MCO - MDW
5h
$84–427
Bus
1. Take the bus from Jacksonville to Atlanta Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2434 / ...
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
24h 53m
$147–363
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
36h 36m
$442–953
Drive 981.8 mi
1. Drive from Jacksonville to Chicagocar 981.8 mi
18h 27m
$180–259
Fly Jacksonville to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane JAX - ORD
5h 31m
$99–558
Fly Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane TPA - MDW
5h 10m
$99–487
Fly Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Fort Lauderdale–Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane FLL - MDW
5h 11m
$104–558
Fly Ft. Myers to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Ft. Myers (RSW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane RSW - MDW
6h 18m
$126–660
Fly Orlando Sanford to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Orlando Sanford (SFB) to South Bend (SBN)plane SFB - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to Van Buren St.train
6h 2m
$204–788

Florida to Chicago by bus

33Weekly Buses

24h 53mAverage Duration

$147Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Florida to Chicago.

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Distance: 877.2 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and Frontier Airlines fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Newnan St + Ashley St to Chicago Bus Station via JRTC Bay J, Jacksonville, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 24h 53m.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from Jacksonville to Chicago Midway International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 25m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $120–650

Flights from Jacksonville to Chicago Midway International Airport via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $120–650

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

Ave. Duration: 4h 57m
When: Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Estimated price: $130–700

Flights from Orlando to Chicago Midway International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $80–420

Flights from Orlando to Chicago Midway International Airport via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 33m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $85–420

Flights from Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 40m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $95–480

Flights from Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport via Columbus

Ave. Duration: 4h 15m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $100–550

Flights from Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 20m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $95–490

Flights from Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport via Louisville

Ave. Duration: 4h 25m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $95–480

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

Ave. Duration: 3h 2m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $100–550

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 5m
When: Saturday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $110–550

Flights from Ft. Myers to Chicago Midway International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $120–650

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

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

Flights from Ft. Myers to Chicago Midway International Airport via St. Louis

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

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 52m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $130–650

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 35m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $120–650

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