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

The cheapest way to get from Florida to Chicago is to fly which costs $100 - $410 and takes 5h 3m.

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 4h 56m and costs $100 - $380.

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.

Is there a direct train between Florida and Chicago?

No, there is no direct train from Florida to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Jacksonville and arriving at Chicago Union Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 36m.

How far is it from Florida to Chicago?

The distance between Florida and Chicago is 882 miles. The road distance is 983.1 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 $150 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m 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.

Where do I catch the Florida to Chicago train from?

Florida to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, 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 4h 56m and costs $100 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $280 and takes 24h 53m, you could also train, which costs $380 - $950 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 4:30 PM in Florida and 3:30 PM in Chicago.

Where does the Florida to Chicago train arrive?

Florida to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Florida to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Florida to Chicago is 983 miles. It takes approximately 18h 35m to drive from Florida to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1280+ hotels available in Chicago.

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

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Fly Jacksonville to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane JAX - MDW
4h 56m
$104–378
Fly Jacksonville to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane JAX - ORD
5h 24m
$64–318
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
$157–278
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Jacksonville to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
36h 36m
$382–903
Drive 977.4 mi
1. Drive from Jacksonville to Chicagocar 977.4 mi
18h 35m
$179–258
Fly Orlando to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MCO - MDW
5h 5m
$194–487
Fly Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane TPA - MDW
5h 3m
$104–407
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
$154–378
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
$106–560
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
5h 38m
$205–790

Florida to Chicago by bus

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Distance: 877.2 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines, and Delta fly from Jacksonville (JAX) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 4 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 23m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $70–390

Flights from Jacksonville to Chicago Midway International Airport via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 12m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $75–400

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

Ave. Duration: 4h 20m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $80–420

Flights from Orlando to Chicago Midway International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 48m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $80–430

Flights from Orlando to Chicago Midway International Airport via Louisville

Ave. Duration: 4h 15m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $80–430

Flights from Orlando to Chicago Midway International Airport via Indianapolis

Ave. Duration: 4h 20m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $80–430

Flights from Orlando to Chicago Midway International Airport via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 32m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $85–430

Flights from Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 41m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $85–440

Flights from Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport via Columbus

Ave. Duration: 4h 25m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $90–460

Flights from Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport via Nashville

Ave. Duration: 4h 58m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $85–440

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: 6h
When: Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price: $100–550

Flights from Ft. Myers to Chicago Midway International Airport

Ave. Duration: 2h 49m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $100–550

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 18m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Sunday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $110–550

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 27m
When: Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Estimated price: $110–600

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

Ave. Duration: 5h 5m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $110–600

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