What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Grand Island?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Grand Island is to bus which costs $95 - $190 and takes 14h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Grand Island?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Grand Island is to fly and bus which takes 5h 57m and costs $100 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Grand Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Grand Island Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 14h 5m.

How far is it from Chicago to Grand Island?

The distance between Chicago and Grand Island is 652 miles. The road distance is 603 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Grand Island without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Grand Island without a car is to train and taxi which takes 12h 53m and costs $270 - $500.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Grand Island?

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Chicago to Grand Island, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Grand Island bus from?

Chicago to Grand Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Grand Island bus arrive?

Chicago to Grand Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Grand Island Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Grand Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Grand Island is 603 miles. It takes approximately 10h 12m to drive from Chicago to Grand Island.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Grand Island?

Book your Chicago to Grand Island bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Grand Island?

There are 23+ hotels available in Grand Island.

Chicago to Grand Island - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Chicago to Grand Island by plane, bus, train, taxi, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Kearney Municipal Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR)plane ORD - EAR
2. Take the bus from Kearney to Grand Island Bus Stationbus
5h 57m
$108–413
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lincoln Municipal Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane ORD - LNK
2. Take the bus from Lincoln, NE to Grand Island, NEbus
7h 32m
$90–386
Train, taxi (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Hastings Stationtrain California Zephyr
2. Take the taxi from Hastings Station to Grand Islandtaxi
12h 53m
$274–500
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Grand Island Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S
14h 5m
$95–190
Drive 599.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Grand Islandcar 599.5 mi
10h 12m
$110–158
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Manhattan Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane ORD - MHK
2. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Grand Islandcar
7h 23m
$98–400
Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)plane MDW - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Grand Island, NEbus
8h 7m
$112–602
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha (OMA)plane ORD - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Grand Island, NEbus
8h 29m
$526–752

Chicago to Grand Island by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

14h 5mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 648.5 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Grand Island, NE, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Grand Island Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $95–190 and the journey takes 14h 5m.

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