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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Orlando, FL is to fly which costs $75 - $650 and takes 5h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Orlando, FL is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $200 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Orlando, FL?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Orlando, FL. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Sligh Blvd & W Copeland Dr via Atlanta Bus Station, John Young Pkwy & Amelia St and N Garland Ave & W Amelia St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Orlando, FL?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Orlando. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38h 25m.

How far is it from Chicago to Orlando, FL?

The distance between Chicago and Orlando, FL is 1020 miles. The road distance is 1112.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Orlando, FL without a car is to bus which takes 26h 1m and costs $180 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Chicago to Orlando, FL, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Orlando, FL bus from?

Chicago to Orlando, FL bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Orlando, FL train from?

Chicago to Orlando, FL train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Orlando, FL?

The best way to get from Chicago to Orlando, FL is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $200 - $500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $360 and takes 26h 1m, you could also train, which costs $550 - $1,200 and takes 38h 25m.

Where does the Chicago to Orlando, FL bus arrive?

Chicago to Orlando, FL bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Chicago and Orlando, FL?

Orlando, FL is 1h ahead of Chicago. It is currently 11:07 PM in Chicago and 12:07 AM in Orlando, FL.

Where does the Chicago to Orlando, FL train arrive?

Chicago to Orlando, FL train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Orlando station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Orlando, FL?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Orlando, FL is 1112 miles. It takes approximately 19h 38m to drive from Chicago to Orlando, FL.

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

Book your Chicago to Orlando, FL train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Orlando, FL?

There are 1494+ hotels available in Orlando, FL.

Chicago to Orlando, FL - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Orlando, FL by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Orlando (MCO)plane MDW - MCO
5h 26m
$206–500
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Orlando
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Orlando (MCO)plane ORD - MCO
5h 51m
$76–610
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2401 / ...
26h 1m
$187–357
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Orlandotrain Floridian
38h 25m
$550–1,200
Drive 1,105.6 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Orlando, FLcar 1,105.6 mi
19h 38m
$202–292
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly to Orlando
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Orlando (MCO)plane MKE - MCO
7h 5m
$204–675
Train to South Bend, fly to Orlando Sanford
1. Take the train from Van Buren St. to South Bend Airporttrain
2. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Orlando Sanford (SFB)plane SBN - SFB
6h 6m
$183–639
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tampa (TPA)plane MDW - TPA
2. Take the train from Tampa to Orlandotrain
8h 12m
$198–671
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tampa, train
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tampa (TPA)plane ORD - TPA
2. Take the train from Tampa to Orlandotrain
8h 40m
$198–621

Chicago to Orlando, FL by bus

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Distance: 1,013.8 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

Southwest Airlines flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Orlando (MCO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Sligh Blvd & W Copeland Dr via Atlanta Bus Station, Orlando Bus Station, John Young Pkwy & Amelia St, and N Garland Ave & W Amelia St in around 26h 1m.

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