What is the cheapest way to get from Illinois to Lakeland?

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Lakeland is to fly and bus which costs $110 - $430 and takes 8h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Illinois to Lakeland?

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Lakeland is to fly and train which takes 7h 30m and costs $200 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois and Lakeland?

No, there is no direct bus from Illinois station to Lakeland. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Park & Ride at Rose St. via Atlanta Bus Station, Orlando Bus Station and Winter Haven Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Illinois and Lakeland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Lakeland Amtrak Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 39h 58m.

How far is it from Illinois to Lakeland?

The distance between Illinois and Lakeland is 1069 miles. The road distance is 1121.5 miles.

How do I travel from Illinois to Lakeland without a car?

The best way to get from Illinois to Lakeland without a car is to bus which takes 28h 45m and costs $180 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Illinois to Lakeland?

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Illinois to Lakeland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Lakeland bus from?

Illinois to Lakeland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Lakeland train from?

Illinois to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Illinois to Lakeland?

The best way to get from Illinois to Lakeland is to bus which takes 28h 45m and costs $180 - $310. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $450 - $1,100 and takes 39h 58m.

Where does the Illinois to Lakeland bus arrive?

Illinois to Lakeland bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Illinois and Lakeland?

Lakeland is 1h ahead of Illinois. It is currently 5:15 AM in Illinois and 6:15 AM in Lakeland.

Where does the Illinois to Lakeland train arrive?

Illinois to Lakeland train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Lakeland Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Illinois to Lakeland?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Lakeland is 1121 miles. It takes approximately 20h 8m to drive from Illinois to Lakeland.

How do I get a train ticket from Illinois to Lakeland?

Book your Illinois to Lakeland train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Lakeland?

There are 283+ hotels available in Lakeland.

Illinois to Lakeland - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Illinois to Lakeland by plane, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Orlando, train
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Orlando (MCO)plane MDW - MCO
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 30m
$208–516
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Orlando, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Orlando (MCO)plane ORD - MCO
2. Take the train from Kissimmee Amtrak Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
7h 49m
$88–446
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Orlando Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Orlando Bus Station to Winter Haven Transportation Centerbus
28h 45m
$181–301
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
39h 58m
$450–1,100
Drive 1,115 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Lakelandcar 1,115 mi
20h 8m
$204–294
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Tampa, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Tampa (TPA)plane MDW - TPA
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus
8h 56m
$114–421
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Tampa, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Tampa (TPA)plane ORD - TPA
2. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus
9h 15m
$164–451
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Jacksonville, train
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Jacksonville (JAX)plane MDW - JAX
2. Take the train from Jacksonville to Lakeland Amtrak Stationtrain
11h 59m
$214–681
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)plane MDW - SRQ
2. Take the bus from Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Center to Tampa Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Bartowbus
11h 21m
$212–988

Illinois to Lakeland by train (Amtrak)

7Weekly Trains

39h 58mAverage Duration

$450Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Illinois to Lakeland.

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Distance: 1,062.8 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and Lakeland, FL, USA?

You can take a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Park & Ride at Rose St. via Atlanta Bus Station, Orlando Bus Station, and Winter Haven Terminal in around 28h 45m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Lakeland Amtrak Station once daily. Tickets cost $450–1,100 and the journey takes 39h 58m.

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