What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Waterloo (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Waterloo (Station) is to bus which costs $45 - $95 and takes 7h.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Waterloo (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Waterloo (Station) is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $60 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Waterloo (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago and arriving at Waterloo. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Chicago to Waterloo (Station)?

The distance between Chicago and Waterloo (Station) is 258 miles. The road distance is 269.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Waterloo (Station) without a car is to bus which takes 7h and costs $45 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Waterloo (Station)?

It takes approximately 3h 16m to get from Chicago to Waterloo (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Waterloo (Station) bus from?

Chicago to Waterloo (Station) bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Chicago station.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Waterloo (Station)?

The best way to get from Chicago to Waterloo (Station) is to fly which takes 3h 16m and costs $60 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $45 - $95 and takes 7h.

Where does the Chicago to Waterloo (Station) bus arrive?

Chicago to Waterloo (Station) bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Waterloo (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Waterloo (Station) is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Chicago to Waterloo (Station).

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

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

Where can I stay near Waterloo (Station)?

There are 43+ hotels available in Waterloo (Station).

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

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

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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 16m
$60–307
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Waterloobus Btw 1209
7h
$45–95
Drive 268 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Waterloo (Station)car 268 mi
4h 55m
$49–71
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
2. Take the bus from Cedar Rapids to Waterloobus
5h 19m

Chicago to Waterloo (Station) by bus

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Distance: 256.3 mi
Duration: 3h 16m

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

American Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) twice daily. Alternatively, Burlington Trailways operates a bus from Chicago to Waterloo once daily, and the journey takes 7h. Two other operators also service this route.

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