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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Waukesha is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Waukesha is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at E Main Street at N Barstow Street via Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station and Goerke's Corners Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Waukesha?

No, there is no direct train from Chicago station to Waukesha. However, there are services departing from Chicago Union Station and arriving at Milwaukee via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Chicago to Waukesha?

The distance between Chicago and Waukesha is 102 miles. The road distance is 95.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Waukesha without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Chicago to Waukesha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Waukesha bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chicago to Waukesha train from?

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

Train or bus from Chicago to Waukesha?

The best way to get from Chicago to Waukesha is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs $30 - $70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $45 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Chicago to Waukesha bus arrive?

Chicago to Waukesha bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Milwaukee Intermodal Station.

Where does the Chicago to Waukesha train arrive?

Chicago to Waukesha train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Milwaukee station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Waukesha?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Waukesha is 96 miles. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Chicago to Waukesha.

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

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Where can I stay near Waukesha?

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Waukesha by train (Amtrak), bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
3h 12m
$34–70
Drive 95.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Waukeshacar 95.3 mi
2h 4m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0150
3h 24m
$26–41
Fly, line 1 bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane ORD - MKE
2. Take the bus from Goerke's Corners Park and Ride to E Main Street at N East Avenuebus
4h 52m
$618–977

Chicago to Waukesha by train and bus (Amtrak)

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 101.8 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee every 4 hours. Tickets cost $21–55 and the journey takes 1h 29m. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost $14–23 and the journey takes 1h 40m. Flixbus USA also services this route 3 times a day.

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