What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Sanibel Island?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Sanibel Island is to drive which costs $210 - $320 and takes 22h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Sanibel Island?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Sanibel Island is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $210 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Sanibel Island?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Sanibel Island. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Cape Coral Transfer Center via Atlanta Bus Station, Tampa Bus Station and Rosa Parks Transportation Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 48m.

How far is it from Chicago to Sanibel Island?

The distance between Chicago and Sanibel Island is 1149 miles. The road distance is 1246.3 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Sanibel Island without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Sanibel Island without a car is to bus which takes 31h 48m and costs $250 - $420.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Sanibel Island?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Chicago to Sanibel Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Sanibel Island bus from?

Chicago to Sanibel Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Sanibel Island?

The best way to get from Chicago to Sanibel Island is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $210 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $420 and takes 31h 48m.

Where does the Chicago to Sanibel Island bus arrive?

Chicago to Sanibel Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Sanibel Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Sanibel Island is 1246 miles. It takes approximately 22h 44m to drive from Chicago to Sanibel Island.

Where can I stay near Sanibel Island?

There are 36+ hotels available in Sanibel Island.

Chicago to Sanibel Island - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Sanibel Island by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train, bus, or car

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Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Ft. Myers (RSW)plane MDW - RSW
4h 49m
$218–840
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
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1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Ft. Myers (RSW)plane ORD - RSW
5h 13m
$188–470
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Tampa Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Fort Myers Bus Stopbus
31h 48m
$255–414
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Tampatrain Floridian
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Fort Myers Bus Stopbus FlixBus 2421
44h 55m
$1,072–1,623
Drive 1,239.1 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Sanibel Islandcar 1,239.1 mi
22h 44m
$219–317
Train to General Mitchell International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Ft. Myers (RSW)plane MKE - RSW
6h 28m
$274–971

Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Ft. Myers (RSW) flights

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4h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,142.6 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

Southwest Airlines and Delta fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Ft. Myers (RSW) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Sanibel Island via Atlanta Bus Station, Tampa Bus Station, Rosa Parks Transportation Ctr, and Cape Coral Transfer Center in around 31h 48m.

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