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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Universal Orlando is to fly and line 38 bus which costs $100 - $410 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Universal Orlando is to subway and fly and line 38 bus which takes 5h 52m and costs $190 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Universal Orlando?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Universal Orlando. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Universal Blvd & Hollywood Way via Atlanta Bus Station, John Young Pkwy & Amelia St and N Garland Ave & W Amelia St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Universal Orlando?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Universal Orlando. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Orlando via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 39h 53m.

How far is it from Chicago to Universal Orlando?

The distance between Chicago and Universal Orlando is 1027 miles. The road distance is 1109.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Universal Orlando without a car is to bus which takes 26h 20m and costs $180 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 5h 52m to get from Chicago to Universal Orlando, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Universal Orlando bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Universal Orlando train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Universal Orlando?

The best way to get from Chicago to Universal Orlando is to bus which takes 26h 20m and costs $180 - $320. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $900 - $1,500 and takes 39h 53m.

Where does the Chicago to Universal Orlando bus arrive?

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

Where does the Chicago to Universal Orlando train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Universal Orlando?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Universal Orlando is 1110 miles. It takes approximately 19h 37m to drive from Chicago to Universal Orlando.

Where can I stay near Universal Orlando?

There are 2033+ hotels available in Universal Orlando.

Chicago to Universal Orlando - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Universal Orlando by subway, plane, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or train

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Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly, line 38 bus
best
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Orlando (MCO)plane MDW - MCO
3. Take the bus from Destination Pkwy And Tradeshow Blvd to Universal Blvd & Hollywood Waybus
5h 52m
$196–469
Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport, line 38 bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Orlando (MCO)plane ORD - MCO
2. Take the bus from Destination Pkwy And Tradeshow Blvd to Universal Blvd & Hollywood Waybus
6h 18m
$102–409
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 20m
$181–313
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Orlandotrain Floridian
39h 53m
$941–1,443
Drive 1,103.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Universal Orlandocar 1,103.4 mi
19h 37m
$202–291
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 Orlando (MCO)plane MKE - MCO
7h 23m
$463–1,190

Chicago to Universal Orlando by bus and foot

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Distance: 1,021.1 mi
Duration: 5h 52m

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

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Universal Orlando via Atlanta Bus Station, Orlando Bus Station, John Young Pkwy & Amelia St, N Garland Ave & W Amelia St, and Universal Blvd & Hollywood Way in around 26h 20m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Orlando once daily. Tickets cost $900–1,500 and the journey takes 38h 25m.

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