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How to Travel from

Tampa to Chicago

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Transport providers

Airlines

Spirit Airlines

Website:
spirit.com
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$38.27–$523.03

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$892.98
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.19–$523.03

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$829.20
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$523.03

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Tampa to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$62.51–$204.11
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.85–$625.09
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 13m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$42.10–$229.62

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Tampa to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$497.52
Plane from Tampa to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$127.57–$382.71
Plane from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport to Midway
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$484.76

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:
$165.84–$561.30

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Tampa Bus Station to Orlando
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$82.92
Bus from Orlando Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$34.44–$229.62
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$57.41–$344.44

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:
$10.84–$51.03
Bus from Orlando Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$42.10–$140.33
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
14h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$204.11
Bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.29–$44.65

Questions and Answers

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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from 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 25m.

Is there a direct train between 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 Tampa to Chicago?

The distance between Tampa and Chicago is 1638 km. The road distance is 1884.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tampa to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 27h 25m and costs $81.52 - $597.83 .

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

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

Where do I catch the Tampa to Chicago bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tampa to Chicago train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Tampa to Chicago?

The best way to get from 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 25m, you could also train, which costs $141.30 - $478.26 and takes 41h.

Where does the Tampa to Chicago bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Tampa and Chicago?

Chicago is 1h behind Tampa. It is currently 00:05 in Tampa and 23:05 in Chicago.

Where does the Tampa to Chicago train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tampa to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Chicago is 1885 km. It takes approximately 19h 18m to drive from Tampa to Chicago.

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

Book your Tampa to Chicago train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your 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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