What is the cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Omaha?

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Omaha is to bus which costs $75 - $130 and takes 11h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Omaha?

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Omaha is to fly which takes 4h 2m and costs $440 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Des Plaines and Omaha?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Plaines to Omaha. However, there are services departing from Madison & Canal and arriving at Omaha, NE via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 14m.

How far is it from Des Plaines to Omaha?

The distance between Des Plaines and Omaha is 426 miles. The road distance is 456 miles.

How do I travel from Des Plaines to Omaha without a car?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Omaha without a car is to bus which takes 11h 14m and costs $75 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Des Plaines to Omaha?

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Des Plaines to Omaha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Plaines to Omaha bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Des Plaines to Omaha?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Omaha is to fly which takes 4h 2m and costs $440 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $130 and takes 11h 14m.

Where does the Des Plaines to Omaha bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Omaha?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Omaha is 456 miles. It takes approximately 7h 58m to drive from Des Plaines to Omaha.

Where can I stay near Omaha?

There are 293+ hotels available in Omaha.

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Plaines to Omaha by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Omaha
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha (OMA)plane ORD - OMA
4h 2m
$442–702
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lincoln Municipal Airport, bus
cheapest
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
6h 23m
$75–346
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
11h 14m
$77–128
Drive 453.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Omahacar 453.3 mi
7h 58m
$83–120
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Omaha
1. Take the train from Des Plaines to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)plane MDW - OMA
5h 20m
$93–562

Des Plaines to Omaha by train and bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 423.3 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha (OMA) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Omaha, NE once daily. Tickets cost $70–120 and the journey takes 9h 25m.

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