Train tickets from Chicago to Tampa

Next departures

Next departures for Chicago to Tampa on November 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Union StationCheapestFastest
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Union StationNo tags
Amtrak
Chicago (Union Station), IL
Union StationNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:34 PM CST.

Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Tampa

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Tampa. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $79, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day
1d 7hAverage Duration
993 milesDistance
40kgCO₂ emissions
Average Price$79 - $361Average Duration1d 7h
40kg CO₂e
Average Price$135 - $530Average Duration1d 16h
147kg CO₂e

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Tampa by train

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
11/17
$228
11/18
$228
Today
$331
11/20
$510
11/21
$510
11/22
$510
11/23
$2,586
11/24
$2,342
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Tampa was searched and found on Nov 17, 2025 with a price of $228

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Tampa, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $228 to $2,586 for a train ticket from Chicago to Tampa based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $510 which is on 2025-11-20.

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