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

The cheapest way to get from Orlando to Chicago is to fly which costs $110 - $410 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Orlando to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $80 - $430.

Is there a direct train between Orlando and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Orlando and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38h 55m.

How far is it from Orlando to Chicago?

The distance between Orlando and Chicago is 1024 miles. The road distance is 1116.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Orlando to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 24h 24m and costs $210 - $450.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Orlando to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Orlando to Chicago train from?

Orlando to Chicago train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Orlando station.

Train, bus or fly from Orlando to Chicago?

The best way to get from Orlando to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $80 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $450 and takes 24h 24m, you could also train, which costs $480 - $1,100 and takes 38h 55m.

What is the time difference between Orlando and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Orlando. It is currently 7:02 PM in Orlando and 6:02 PM in Chicago.

Where does the Orlando to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Orlando to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Orlando to Chicago is 1116 miles. It takes approximately 19h 29m to drive from Orlando to Chicago.

How do I get a train ticket from Orlando to Chicago?

Book your Orlando to Chicago train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1342+ hotels available in Chicago.

Orlando to Chicago - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Orlando to Chicago by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, train, 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.

Fly Orlando to Chicago Midway International Airport
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1. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane MCO - MDW
4h 36m
$84–427
Bus
1. Take the bus from Orlando RedCoach Station to Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Stationbus Orlando
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
24h 24m
$217–441
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Orlando to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
38h 55m
$480–1,100
Drive 1,109.6 mi
1. Drive from Orlando to Chicagocar 1,109.6 mi
19h 29m
$203–293
Fly Orlando to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MCO - ORD
5h 9m
$114–407
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
Bus to Tampa, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane TPA - MDW
6h 58m
$110–514
Bus to Tampa, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane TPA - ORD
7h 30m
$145–734

Orlando to Chicago by bus and subway

11Weekly Services

24h 24mAverage Duration

$217Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Orlando to Chicago.

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Distance: 1,018.5 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Orlando, FL, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Southwest Airlines and Allegiant Air fly from Orlando (MCO) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orlando RedCoach Station to Chicago Bus Station via Atlanta - Civic Center MARTA Station, Civic Center Station, Garnett Station, and Atlanta Bus Station in around 24h 24m.

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