What is the cheapest way to get from Tampa to Great Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Tampa to Great Lakes is to bus which costs $180 - $340 and takes 29h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tampa to Great Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Tampa to Great Lakes is to fly and train which takes 7h 1m and costs $130 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Tampa and Great Lakes?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampa station to Great Lakes station. However, there are services departing from Tampa Bus Station and arriving at Highland Park Metra Station via Atlanta Bus Station, Union Station Transit Center, Michigan & Hubbard and Howard CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Tampa and Great Lakes?

No, there is no direct train from Tampa to Great Lakes. However, there are services departing from Tampa and arriving at Great Lakes via Chicago OTC. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 56m.

How far is it from Tampa to Great Lakes?

The distance between Tampa and Great Lakes is 1058 miles. The road distance is 1167.5 miles.

How do I travel from Tampa to Great Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from Tampa to Great Lakes without a car is to bus which takes 29h 6m and costs $180 - $340.

How long does it take to get from Tampa to Great Lakes?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Tampa to Great Lakes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampa to Great Lakes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Tampa to Great Lakes train from?

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

Train or bus from Tampa to Great Lakes?

The best way to get from Tampa to Great Lakes is to bus which takes 29h 6m and costs $180 - $340. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $550 - $1,200 and takes 42h 56m.

Where does the Tampa to Great Lakes bus arrive?

Tampa to Great Lakes bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Tampa and Great Lakes?

Great Lakes is 1h behind Tampa. It is currently 9:46 AM in Tampa and 8:46 AM in Great Lakes.

Where does the Tampa to Great Lakes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tampa to Great Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampa to Great Lakes is 1167 miles. It takes approximately 20h 41m to drive from Tampa to Great Lakes.

Where can I stay near Great Lakes?

There are 147+ hotels available in Great Lakes.

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There are 8 ways to get from Tampa to Great Lakes by plane, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Fly Tampa to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane TPA - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain
7h 1m
$139–414
Train to Orlando, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tampa to Kissimmee Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Orlando (MCO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MCO - ORD
3. Take the train from Clybourn to Great Lakestrain
9h 34m
$104–667
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2467
2. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
29h 6m
$180–339
Train
1. Take the train from Tampa to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain Up-N
42h 56m
$573–1,189
Drive 1,160.7 mi
1. Drive from Tampa to Great Lakescar 1,160.7 mi
20h 41m
$212–306
Fly Tampa to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane TPA - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Great Lakestrain
7h 27m
$169–564
Fly Tampa to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Tampa (TPA) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane TPA - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus
8h 6m
$162–722
Bus to Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Tampa Bus Station to Sarasota Cattlemen Transfer Centerbus
2. Fly from Sarasota–Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane SRQ - MDW
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain
9h 20m
$139–632

Tampa to Great Lakes by bus, foot, and train

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29h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,051.8 mi
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Tampa, FL, USA and Great Lakes, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Tampa Bus Station to Great Lakes via Atlanta Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, Union Station Transit Center, Michigan & Hubbard, Rogers & Paulina, Howard CTA Station, Highland Park Metra Station, and Highland Park in around 29h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tampa to Great Lakes via Chicago Union Station, Clinton & Quincy, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 42h 56m.

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