What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line) is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line) is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $14 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Union Station station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line). However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Oglesby via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line) bus from?

Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where can I stay near Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)?

There are 33+ hotels available in Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line).

Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)

Q: How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line) is 112 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line) without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line) without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 57m and costs $100 - $150.

Q: How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)?

It takes approximately 1h 57m to get from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line), including transfers.

Q: Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line) is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line).

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There are 3 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line) by train, taxi, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mendota Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the taxi from Mendota Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)taxi
1h 57m
$100–149
Drive 81.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line)car 81.6 mi
1h 31m
$15–22
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesbybus Greyhound US0145S
4h 12m
$68–104

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Distance: 111.4 mi
Duration: 1h 57m

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and Ottawa Station (Rock Island Line), IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesby once daily. Tickets cost $23–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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