What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Omaha, NE?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Omaha, NE is to bus which costs $75 - $140 and takes 9h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Omaha, NE?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Omaha, NE is to subway and fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $85 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Omaha, NE?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Omaha, NE. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Omaha, NE?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Omaha Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 9m.

How far is it from Chicago to Omaha, NE?

The distance between Chicago and Omaha, NE is 442 miles. The road distance is 465 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Omaha, NE without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Omaha, NE without a car is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs $75 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Omaha, NE?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Chicago to Omaha, NE, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Omaha, NE bus from?

Chicago to Omaha, NE bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Omaha, NE train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Omaha, NE?

The best way to get from Chicago to Omaha, NE is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs $75 - $140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $160 - $330 and takes 9h 27m, you could also fly, which costs $440 - $750 and takes 4h 49m.

Where does the Chicago to Omaha, NE bus arrive?

Chicago to Omaha, NE bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Omaha, NE station.

Where does the Chicago to Omaha, NE train arrive?

Chicago to Omaha, NE train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Omaha Station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Omaha, NE?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Omaha, NE is 465 miles. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Chicago to Omaha, NE.

How do I get a train ticket from Chicago to Omaha, NE?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Omaha, NE?

Book your Chicago to Omaha, NE bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Omaha, NE?

There are 270+ hotels available in Omaha, NE.

Chicago to Omaha, NE - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Omaha, NE by subway, plane, bus (Greyhound), train (Amtrak), car, or bus

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Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Omaha
best
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)plane MDW - OMA
4h 27m
$90–557
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
9h 25m
$75–140
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Omaha Stationtrain California Zephyr
9h 27m
$160–330
Drive 462.3 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Omaha, NEcar 462.3 mi
7h 46m
$85–122
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Omaha
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha (OMA)plane ORD - OMA
4h 49m
$444–707
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lincoln Municipal Airport, bus
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 Omaha, NEbus
7h 2m
$84–374

Chicago to Omaha, NE by bus (Greyhound)

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9h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 439.8 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Omaha, NE once daily. Tickets cost $75–140 and the journey takes 9h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Omaha Station once daily. Tickets cost $160–330 and the journey takes 9h 9m.

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