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Compare bus, train, and flight for Chicago, IL to St. Petersburg, FL
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to St. Petersburg, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $100. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $100, and a train costs an average of $271.
Distance: 1012 miles (1629 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$1158 Average price | $180 Average price Cheapest | $223 Average price |
43h 48m Average total duration 43h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 48m Average total duration Fastest 2h 48m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 28h 10m Average total duration 27h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Compare prices and tickets Chicago, IL to St. Petersburg, FL by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to St. Petersburg, FL
Trains from Chicago, IL to St. Petersburg, FL run on average 2 times per day, taking around 43h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $271 (€219) but you can travel from only $100 (€81) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 08:45, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 1012 miles (1629 km) distance in 42h 20m.
Distance 1012 miles (1629 km) |
Average train duration 43h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $271 (€219) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 42h 20m |
First train 08:45 |
Last train 18:40 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Mon |
High season Oct - Dec |
Low season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Trains from Chicago, IL to St. Petersburg, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to St. Petersburg, FL by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St. Petersburg, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to St. Petersburg, FL
- 5:00 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Canal Street.
- The Chicago Firehouse Restaurant
- Lou Mitchell's
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- $1
- The Kimpton Gray Hotel
- JW Marriott Chicago
- W Chicago - City Center
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Budget
- Enterprise
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, Amtrak services
- Hall 2: Metra services
- Hall 3: food court and retail shops
- Bus: Several lines available
- CTA: Blue Line, Pink Line
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