What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Monticello?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Monticello is to train and drive which costs $18 - $27 and takes 3h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Monticello?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Monticello is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs $24 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Monticello?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Monticello. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at W Verona at Nine Mound via University at East Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Chicago to Monticello?

The distance between Chicago and Monticello is 129 miles. The road distance is 135 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Monticello without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Monticello without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $85 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Monticello?

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Chicago to Monticello, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Monticello bus from?

Chicago to Monticello bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Chicago to Monticello bus arrive?

Chicago to Monticello bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Madison station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Monticello?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Monticello is 135 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Chicago to Monticello.

Where can I stay near Monticello?

There are 11+ hotels available in Monticello.

Chicago to Monticello - 5 ways to travel via train, car, bus, plane, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Monticello by train, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), plane, taxi, or bus

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Train, drive
best
1. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Harvardtrain Up-Nw
2. Drive from Harvard to Monticellocar
3h 28m
$18–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
5h 20m
$89–132
Drive 134.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Monticellocar 134.2 mi
2h 34m
$25–36
Fly, taxi
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane ORD - MSN
2. Take the taxi from Madison-Airport-MSN to Monticellotaxi
3h 44m
$152–535
Bus via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
5h 25m
$88–136

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) flights

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1h 9mAverage Duration

$52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 128 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Monticello, WI, USA?

Flixbus USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madison twice daily. Tickets cost $28–50 and the journey takes 3h 45m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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How to get fromChicago to Monticelloby train, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), plane, taxi, or bus

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Monticello by train, car, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), plane, taxi, or bus

Train, drive

Bus

Drive 134.2 mi

Fly, taxi

Bus via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St