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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Waterloo is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Waterloo is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $60 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Waterloo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Waterloo. Services depart five times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 6h 55m.

How far is it from Chicago to Waterloo?

The distance between Chicago and Waterloo is 258 miles. The road distance is 269.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Waterloo without a car is to bus which takes 6h 55m and costs $55 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Chicago to Waterloo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Waterloo bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Waterloo?

The best way to get from Chicago to Waterloo is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs $60 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Chicago to Waterloo bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chicago to Waterloo?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Waterloo is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Chicago to Waterloo.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Waterloo?

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

Where can I stay near Waterloo?

There are 43+ hotels available in Waterloo.

Chicago to Waterloo - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Waterloo by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane ORD - ALO
3h 15m
$60–308
Drive 268.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Waterloocar 268.4 mi
4h 54m
$49–71
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
6h 55m
$55–110
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Waterloocar
4h 5m
$54–292

Chicago to Waterloo by bus (Greyhound)

5Weekly Buses

6h 55mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 256.4 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Waterloo, IA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) twice daily. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Waterloo 5 times a week. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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