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What is the best way to travel from Chicago to Miami?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to Miami from Chicago. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Flight is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
33h 5m
£73
£82
21
Flight
3h 14m
£83
£169
114

What is the cheapest way to reach Miami from Chicago?

You can reach Miami with just £73 by taking a Bus from FlixBus, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Friday
from £73
Saturday
from £82
Sunday
from £76
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    33h 50m
    0
    05:25
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    16:15
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • FlixBus
    38h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    09:50
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • FlixBus
    39h 25m
    0
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    16:15
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • Greyhound US
    33h 5m
    0
    06:10
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    16:15
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £82
  • Greyhound US
    46h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    09:50
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £85
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    3h 14m
    0
    11:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    15:14
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £99
  • Frontier Airlines
    29h 43m
    0
    17:29
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    00:12
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £103
  • Allegiant Air
    12h 48m
    0
    18:38
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    08:26
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T4
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from £106
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 54m
    0
    20:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    08:54
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £118
  • Skyscanner
    13h 44m
    0
    18:48
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    09:32
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £146
  • United Airlines
    3h 25m
    0
    10:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    15:00
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    38h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    09:50
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £82
  • FlixBus
    36h 50m
    0
    05:25
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    19:15
    Miami
    North Miami Beach
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £86
  • FlixBus
    42h 25m
    0
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    19:15
    Miami
    North Miami Beach
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £87
  • Greyhound US
    46h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    09:50
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £90
  • Greyhound US
    40h 25m
    0
    22:50
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    16:15
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £92
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 39m
    0
    16:10
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    23:49
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £96
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 4m
    0
    06:55
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:59
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £99
  • United Airlines
    3h 16m
    0
    17:59
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    22:15
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £99
  • Frontier Airlines
    29h 43m
    0
    17:29
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    00:12
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £104
  • Frontier Airlines
    31h 6m
    0
    21:48
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    05:54
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £104
  • United Airlines
    3h 24m
    0
    07:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:24
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £140

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    38h 55m
    0
    18:40
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    10:35
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £76
  • FlixBus
    34h 0m
    0
    18:40
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    05:40
    Miami
    North Miami Beach
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83
  • FlixBus
    39h 35m
    0
    18:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    10:35
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83
  • Greyhound US
    46h 20m
    0
    23:10
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    22:30
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £83
  • Greyhound US
    47h 20m
    0
    10:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    10:35
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £85
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    3h 20m
    0
    07:52
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    12:12
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £83
  • United Airlines
    5h 20m
    0
    07:25
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:45
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £106
  • Allegiant Air
    23h 51m
    0
    14:46
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    15:37
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from £124
  • Frontier Airlines
    24h 22m
    0
    12:27
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    13:49
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £177
  • Frontier Airlines
    27h 4m
    0
    12:27
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    16:31
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £177
  • JetBlue Airways
    13h 20m
    0
    06:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:20
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £214

What are the fastest trips from Chicago to Miami?

You can get to Miami from Chicago in just 3h 14m with a Flight from United Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 3h 14m
Saturday
from 3h 16m
Sunday
from 3h 20m
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • United Airlines
    3h 14m
    0
    11:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    15:14
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £99
  • United Airlines
    3h 22m
    0
    18:05
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    22:27
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • United Airlines
    3h 25m
    0
    10:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    15:00
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £183
  • Frontier Airlines
    11h 54m
    0
    20:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    08:54
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £118
  • Allegiant Air
    12h 48m
    0
    18:38
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    08:26
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T4
    0
    Allegiant Air
    Economy
    from £106
  • Skyscanner
    13h 44m
    0
    18:48
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    09:32
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    Skyscanner
    Economy
    from £146
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • Greyhound US
    33h 5m
    0
    06:10
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    16:15
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £82
  • FlixBus
    33h 50m
    0
    05:25
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    16:15
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • FlixBus
    38h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    09:50
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • FlixBus
    39h 25m
    0
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    16:15
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £73
  • Greyhound US
    46h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    09:50
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £85

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • United Airlines
    3h 16m
    0
    17:59
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    22:15
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £99
  • United Airlines
    3h 24m
    0
    07:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:24
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £140
  • United Airlines
    3h 25m
    0
    10:35
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    15:00
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £140
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 4m
    0
    06:55
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:59
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £99
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 39m
    0
    16:10
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    23:49
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £96
  • JetBlue Airways
    8h 14m
    0
    10:05
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:19
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £189
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    36h 50m
    0
    05:25
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    19:15
    Miami
    North Miami Beach
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £86
  • FlixBus
    38h 10m
    0
    18:40
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    09:50
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £82
  • Greyhound US
    40h 25m
    0
    22:50
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    16:15
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £92
  • FlixBus
    42h 25m
    0
    23:50
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    19:15
    Miami
    North Miami Beach
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £87
  • Greyhound US
    46h 35m
    0
    10:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    09:50
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £90

    Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Frontier Airlines
    3h 20m
    0
    07:52
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    12:12
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport - T2/T3
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £83
  • United Airlines
    5h 20m
    0
    07:25
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:45
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £106
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 49m
    0
    06:00
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    13:49
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £219
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 31m
    0
    06:00
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    16:31
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £219
  • JetBlue Airways
    13h 20m
    0
    06:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:20
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    Fort Lauderdale Airport
    0
    JetBlue Airways
    Economy
    from £214
  • Frontier Airlines
    16h 3m
    0
    06:00
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    23:03
    Miami Airport
    Miami Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £219
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    34h 0m
    0
    18:40
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    05:40
    Miami
    North Miami Beach
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83
  • FlixBus
    38h 55m
    0
    18:40
    Chicago
    95th Red Line Station
    10:35
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £76
  • FlixBus
    39h 35m
    0
    18:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    10:35
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £83
  • Greyhound US
    46h 20m
    0
    23:10
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    22:30
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £83
  • Greyhound US
    47h 20m
    0
    10:15
    Chicago
    Canal & Van Buren
    10:35
    Miami
    Holiday Inn Downtown
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £85
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Chicago to Miami

What are the most popular stations in Chicago and Miami?

In Chicago, you will usually depart from California & 35th Street Coach Stop, Downtown Coach Station or 95th Red Line Station, while in Miami you will be arriving at North Miami Beach, Central Station or Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Miami from Chicago? With 15 connections between 2 Flight and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chicago and Miami, you can pay as low as £73 with a Bus from FlixBus.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from United Airlines: you will get to Miami in just 3h 14m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chicago and Miami are Frontier Airlines, FlixBus and United Airlines, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Chicago and Miami is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Cicero, IL or to Allapattah, FL, and look at flights from Chicago Midway Airport, and landing at Miami Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Chicago to Miami?

The most popular companies between Chicago and Miami, are Frontier Airlines, FlixBus and United Airlines. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: FlixBus and Greyhound US

Airlines: Frontier Airlines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and 4 more.

All you need to know when you travel from Chicago to Miami

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chicago to Miami. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Chicago to Miami

How can I reach Miami from Chicago?

Every day, there are on average 15 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Miami from Chicago.

How far is Miami from Chicago?

The distance between Chicago and Miami is 1,915.5 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chicago and Miami?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 52 kgs of CO2, a train 67 kgs, a car 326 kgs, and a flight 471 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chicago to Miami?

You can get to Miami with just £73 by taking a Bus from FlixBus.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Miami?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Miami in just 3h 14m with a Flight from United Airlines.

More routes to Chicago and to Miami

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chicago and to Miami. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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