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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lakeland Station | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lakeland Station | No tags | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lakeland Station | No tags | |||||
| Chicago (Union Station), IL | Lakeland Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Chicago to Lakeland
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Lakeland. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just R 2 238, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Companies
Based on 5751 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at R 3 884
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Lakeland, FL by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Chicago to Lakeland?
The cheapest train tickets from Chicago to Lakeland start from R 3 884. The average price for this train route is around R 5 630. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Chicago to Lakeland?
The average train journey time from Chicago to Lakeland is 1d 15h, covering a distance of 1623 km. The quickest train can get you there in 1d 15h and is operated by Amtrak.
Which train operators serve the Chicago to Lakeland route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Chicago to Lakeland?
The earliest train from Chicago to Lakeland departs at 18:40. And the latest train departs at 18:40.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Lakeland, FL was searched and found on 25 Jan 2026 with a price of R 4 470To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Lakeland, FL as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 4 470 to R 21 908 for a train ticket from Chicago to Lakeland, FL based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 4 470, which is on 2026-01-28.
