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

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Omaha is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 57m.

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 3m 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 $100 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m 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 3m and costs $440 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $160 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 57m to drive from Des Plaines to Omaha.

Where can I stay near Omaha?

There are 299+ 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 from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha (OMA)plane ORD - OMA
4h 3m
$442–702
Drive 453.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Plaines to Omahacar 453.4 mi
7h 57m
$83–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
11h 14m
$107–158
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
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
Bus via Peoria
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal Facility to Peoriabus Peoria line
2. Take the bus from Peoria to Omahabus Btw 1401
16h 52m
$137–202

Des Plaines to Omaha by train and bus

14Weekly Services

11h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 423.3 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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 $70–140 and the journey takes 9h 25m. Jefferson Lines also services this route once daily.

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