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Compare bus, train, and flight for St. Petersburg, FL to Chicago, IL
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from St. Petersburg, FL to Chicago, IL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $70. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $70, and a train costs an average of $388.
Distance: 1012 miles (1629 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
$444 Average price | $136 Average price Cheapest | $261 Average price |
48h 32m Average total duration 48h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 25m Average total duration 26h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from St. Petersburg, FL to Chicago, IL
Trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Chicago, IL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 48h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $388 (€308) but you can travel from only $70 (€56) 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 45m.
Distance 1012 miles (1629 km) |
Average train duration 48h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $388 (€308) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 42h 45m |
First train 08:45 |
Last train 18:40 |
FAQs: Trains from St. Petersburg, FL to Chicago, IL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from St. Petersburg, FL to Chicago, IL 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 Chicago, IL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from St. Petersburg, FL to Chicago, IL
- 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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