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

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Flights and Buses to Tampa 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!
Flight is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
27h 25m
£156
£157
9
Flight
2h 47m
£56
£120
64

What is the cheapest way to reach Tampa from Chicago?

You can reach Tampa with just £56 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Wednesday
from £68
Thursday
from £57
Friday
Saturday
from £57
Sunday
Monday
from £56
Tuesday
from £56

    Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    10:07
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:54
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • Frontier Airlines
    10h 51m
    0
    08:10
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:01
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £88
  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    15:45
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:38
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £122
  • Volaris
    18h 49m
    0
    23:58
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:47
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £269
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 37m
    0
    09:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:37
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £356

    Cheapest Flights Thursday

  • Frontier Airlines
    25h 3m
    0
    06:20
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    08:23
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57
  • Frontier Airlines
    14h 22m
    0
    17:01
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    08:23
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 18m
    0
    05:15
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    17:33
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £92
  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 57m
    0
    20:43
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    07:40
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £92
  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    15:45
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:38
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £136

    Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 57m
    0
    09:38
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    20:35
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 50m
    0
    09:38
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    23:28
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57
  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    10:07
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:54
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £66
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 8m
    0
    17:32
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    07:40
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £76
  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    07:15
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:08
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £122
  • Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Greyhound US
    31h 10m
    0
    10:00
    Chicago
    Union Station
    18:10
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £156
  • Greyhound US
    31h 25m
    0
    06:10
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    14:35
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £157
  • Greyhound US
    33h 40m
    0
    22:50
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    09:30
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £157
  • FlixBus
    27h 25m
    0
    18:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    22:25
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £158

    Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Frontier Airlines
    17h 6m
    0
    06:20
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    00:26
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 25m
    0
    17:01
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    00:26
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    10:07
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:54
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 18m
    0
    05:15
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    17:33
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £84
  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    07:15
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:08
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £164

    Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 31m
    0
    13:20
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    23:51
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    10:07
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:54
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    15:45
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:38
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £120
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 37m
    0
    09:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:37
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £309
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    10h 37m
    0
    09:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:37
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from £319

What are the fastest trips from Chicago to Tampa?

You can get to Tampa from Chicago in just 2h 47m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Wednesday
from 2h 47m
Thursday
from 2h 53m
Friday
Saturday
from 2h 47m
Sunday
Monday
from 2h 47m
Tuesday
from 2h 47m

    Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    10:07
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:54
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £68
  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    15:45
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:38
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £122
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 37m
    0
    09:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:37
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £356
  • Frontier Airlines
    10h 51m
    0
    08:10
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:01
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £88
  • Volaris
    18h 49m
    0
    23:58
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:47
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Volaris
    Economy
    from £269

    Fastest Flights Thursday

  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    15:45
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:38
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £136
  • Spirit Airlines
    9h 57m
    0
    20:43
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    07:40
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £92
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 18m
    0
    05:15
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    17:33
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £92
  • Frontier Airlines
    14h 22m
    0
    17:01
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    08:23
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57
  • Frontier Airlines
    25h 3m
    0
    06:20
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    08:23
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57

    Fastest Flights Saturday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    10:07
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:54
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £66
  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    07:15
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:08
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £122
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 57m
    0
    09:38
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    20:35
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57
  • Frontier Airlines
    12h 50m
    0
    09:38
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    23:28
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £57
  • Spirit Airlines
    13h 8m
    0
    17:32
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    07:40
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £76
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    27h 25m
    0
    18:00
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    22:25
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £158
  • Greyhound US
    31h 10m
    0
    10:00
    Chicago
    Union Station
    18:10
    Tampa
    Marion Street
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £156
  • Greyhound US
    31h 25m
    0
    06:10
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    14:35
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £157
  • Greyhound US
    33h 40m
    0
    22:50
    Chicago
    Downtown Coach Station
    09:30
    Tampa
    USF
    0
    Greyhound US
    Economy
    £157

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    10:07
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:54
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    07:15
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    11:08
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £164
  • Frontier Airlines
    6h 25m
    0
    17:01
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    00:26
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • Spirit Airlines
    11h 18m
    0
    05:15
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    17:33
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £84
  • Frontier Airlines
    17h 6m
    0
    06:20
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    00:26
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £56

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Spirit Airlines
    2h 47m
    0
    10:07
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    13:54
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Spirit Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • United Airlines
    2h 53m
    0
    15:45
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    19:38
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    United Airlines
    Economy
    from £120
  • Frontier Airlines
    9h 31m
    0
    13:20
    Chicago Midway Airport
    Chicago Midway Airport
    23:51
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Frontier Airlines
    Economy
    from £56
  • Alaska Airlines
    10h 37m
    0
    09:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:37
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Alaska Airlines
    Economy
    from £309
  • Hawaiian Airlines
    10h 37m
    0
    09:00
    Chicago O'Hare Airport
    Chicago O'Hare Airport - Bus/Shuttle Center
    20:37
    Tampa Airport
    Tampa Airport
    0
    Hawaiian Airlines
    Economy
    from £319
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Chicago to Tampa

What are the most popular stations in Chicago and Tampa?

In Chicago, you will usually depart from California & 35th Street Coach Stop, Downtown Coach Station or 95th Red Line Station, while in Tampa you will be arriving at Marion Street, USF or Union Station, 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 Tampa from Chicago? With 5 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 Tampa, you can pay as low as £56 with a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

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 Spirit Airlines: you will get to Tampa in just 2h 47m.

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 Tampa are Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines 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 Tampa 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 Tampa Airport, and look at flights from Chicago Midway Airport, and landing at Tampa 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 Tampa?

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

Bus companies: Greyhound US and FlixBus

Airlines: Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines, United Airlines and 3 more.

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chicago to Tampa. 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 Tampa

How can I reach Tampa from Chicago?

Every day, there are on average 5 connections between Flight and Bus, with which you can get to Tampa from Chicago.

How far is Tampa from Chicago?

The distance between Chicago and Tampa is 1,617.6 km.

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

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 44 kgs of CO2, a train 57 kgs, a car 275 kgs, and a flight 398 kgs.

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

You can get to Tampa with just £56 by taking a Flight from Frontier Airlines.

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

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 Tampa in just 2h 47m with a Flight from Spirit Airlines.

More routes to Chicago and to Tampa

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

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