What is the cheapest way to get from Elmhurst to Ottawa?

The cheapest way to get from Elmhurst to Ottawa is to drive which costs $12 - $18 and takes 1h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elmhurst to Ottawa?

The fastest way to get from Elmhurst to Ottawa is to drive which takes 1h 36m and costs $12 - $18.

Is there a direct bus between Elmhurst and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Elmhurst to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from Madison & Canal and arriving at Oglesby via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Elmhurst to Ottawa?

The distance between Elmhurst and Ottawa is 108 miles. The road distance is 66 miles.

How do I travel from Elmhurst to Ottawa without a car?

The best way to get from Elmhurst to Ottawa without a car is to train and taxi which takes 3h 32m and costs $95 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Elmhurst to Ottawa?

It takes approximately 3h 32m to get from Elmhurst to Ottawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elmhurst to Ottawa bus from?

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

Where does the Elmhurst to Ottawa bus arrive?

Elmhurst to Ottawa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Oglesby station.

Can I drive from Elmhurst to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Elmhurst to Ottawa is 66 miles. It takes approximately 1h 36m to drive from Elmhurst to Ottawa.

Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 33+ hotels available in Ottawa.

Elmhurst to Ottawa - 4 ways to travel via train, taxi, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Elmhurst to Ottawa by train, taxi, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from La Grange Amtrak to Mendota Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
2. Take the taxi from Mendota Station to Ottawataxi
3h 32m
$99–145
Drive 65.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elmhurst to Ottawacar 65.6 mi
1h 36m
$12–18
Train, taxi via Madison & Canal
1. Take the train from Elmhurst to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mendota Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Mendota Station to Ottawataxi
3h 42m
$107–158
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesbybus Greyhound US0145S
5h 56m
$75–108

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Distance: 107.6 mi
Duration: 3h 32m

What companies run services between Elmhurst, IL, USA and Ottawa, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesby once daily. Tickets cost $23–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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