The cheapest and fastest trains from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL
Cheapest price
$345
Average price
$510
Fastest journey
1 d 21 h 15 m
Average duration
1 d 22 h 25 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
1774 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL will cost around $510 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $345.
It's difficult to get from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL without transferring at least once.
41 Floridian · 6091 AMTRAK6:40 PM45h15Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL4:55 PMFort Myers, FL$3451One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian · 97 Silver Meteor · 6097 AMTRAK6:40 PM47h35Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL7:15 PMFort Myers, FL$6761One-way2 transfers
41 Floridian · 6091 AMTRAK6:40 PM45h15Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL4:55 PMFort Myers, FL$3451One-way1 transfer
41 Floridian · 97 Silver Meteor · 6097 AMTRAK6:40 PM47h35Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL7:15 PMFort Myers, FL$6761One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $62, and a train costs an average of $176.
Distance: 1102 miles (1774 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
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$364 Average price | $288 Average price | $230 Average price Cheapest |
44h 35m Average total duration 44h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 29h 30m Average total duration 29h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 14m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL train times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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41 Floridian · 97 Silver Meteor · 6097 AMTRAK | 11:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 47h35 | 11:15 PM Fort Myers, FL | 2 transfers | |
41 Floridian · 6091 AMTRAK | 11:40 PM Chicago Union Station, Chicago, IL | 45h15 | 8:55 PM Fort Myers, FL | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL
Trains from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL run on average 3 times per day, taking around 44h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $176 (€143) but you can travel from only $62 (€50) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 18:40. The fastest train covers the 1102 miles (1774 km) distance in 45h 15m.
Distance 1102 miles (1774 km) |
Average train duration 44h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $176 (€143) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 45h 15m |
First train 6:00 AM |
Last train 6:40 PM |
Train companies: Amtrak from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL trainsAmtrak trains will get you between Chicago, IL and Fort Myers, FL from $62 (€50). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, FL
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, 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 Fort Myers, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Chicago, IL to Fort Myers, 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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