What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha is to drive which costs $17 - $25 and takes 2h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $17 - $25.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago Union Station station to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at E Main Street at N Barstow Street via Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago Union Station and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago Union Station station to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Milwaukee via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Waukesha is 102 miles. The road distance is 95.1 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $40 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha?

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Waukesha bus from?

Chicago Union Station to Waukesha bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Waukesha train from?

Chicago Union Station to Waukesha train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train or bus from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $45 and takes 3h 33m.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Waukesha bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Waukesha bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Milwaukee Intermodal Station.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Waukesha train arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Waukesha train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Milwaukee station.

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to Waukesha is 95 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha.

Where can I stay near Waukesha?

There are 82+ hotels available in Waukesha.

Chicago Union Station to Waukesha - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Waukesha by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
3h 12m
$40–75
Drive 94.5 mi
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1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Waukeshacar 94.5 mi
2h 3m
$18–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0150 / ...
3h 33m
$27–44

Chicago Union Station to Waukesha by train and bus (Amtrak)

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Distance: 101.8 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and Waukesha, WI, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee every 4 hours. Tickets cost $27–60 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $13–26 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Flixbus USA also services this route 5 times a day.

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