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19 h 24 min
1883 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Downtown Tampa to Chicago

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Cheapest
By car (1 883 km)
19 h 24 min
1883 km.
from $103
Fastest
Plane to Chicago (Chicago Midway International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
19 h 24 min
1883 km.
from $24.56
Bus
27 h 35 min
1617 km.
from $363.85
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport)
7 h 6 min
1616 km.
from $299.40
Bus, Plane (Bus to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport)
7 h 38 min
1616 km.
from $136.36

Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$38.22–$522.28

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$891.70
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$522.28

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$828.01
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$522.28

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Tampa to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$62.42–$203.82
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.78–$624.19
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$42.04–$229.29

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Tampa to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$496.81
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$127.39–$382.16
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$484.07

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
41h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$165.60–$560.50

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$82.80
Bus from Orlando Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.39–$229.29
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
16h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$343.94

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.83–$50.95
Bus from Orlando Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.04–$140.12
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
14h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$203.82
Bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.28–$44.59

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Downtown Tampa to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Downtown Tampa to Chicago is to fly which costs $38.04 - $271.74 and takes 4h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Tampa to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Downtown Tampa to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $38.04 - $271.74 .

Is there a direct bus between Downtown Tampa and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Downtown Tampa station to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Orlando Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Downtown Tampa and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tampa and arriving at Chicago Union Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41h.

How far is it from Downtown Tampa to Chicago?

The distance between Downtown Tampa and Chicago is 1638 km. The road distance is 1884.1 km.

How do I travel from Downtown Tampa to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Downtown Tampa to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 27h 35m and costs $81.52 - $597.83 .

How long does it take to get from Downtown Tampa to Chicago?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Downtown Tampa to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Downtown Tampa to Chicago bus from?

Downtown Tampa to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Tampa Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Downtown Tampa to Chicago train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Downtown Tampa to Chicago?

The best way to get from Downtown Tampa to Chicago is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $38.04 - $271.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $81.52 - $597.83 and takes 27h 35m, you could also train, which costs $141.30 - $478.26 and takes 41h.

Where does the Downtown Tampa to Chicago bus arrive?

Downtown Tampa to Chicago bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Orlando Bus Station.

Where does the Downtown Tampa to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Downtown Tampa to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Downtown Tampa to Chicago is 1884 km. It takes approximately 19h 18m to drive from Downtown Tampa to Chicago.

How do I get a train ticket from Downtown Tampa to Chicago?

Book your Downtown Tampa to Chicago train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Downtown Tampa to Chicago?

Book your Downtown Tampa to Chicago bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Chicago. Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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