What is the cheapest way to get from Illinois to Omaha?

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Omaha is to bus which costs $70 - $120 and takes 9h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Illinois to Omaha?

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Omaha is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs $85 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois and Omaha?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago Bus Station station and arriving at Omaha, NE. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 25m.

How far is it from Illinois to Omaha?

The distance between Illinois and Omaha is 442 miles. The road distance is 465.2 miles.

How do I travel from Illinois to Omaha without a car?

The best way to get from Illinois to Omaha without a car is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs $70 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Illinois to Omaha?

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Illinois to Omaha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Omaha bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Illinois to Omaha?

The best way to get from Illinois to Omaha is to fly which takes 4h 17m and costs $85 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $120 and takes 9h 25m.

Where does the Illinois to Omaha bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Illinois to Omaha?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Omaha is 465 miles. It takes approximately 7h 46m to drive from Illinois to Omaha.

How do I get a bus ticket from Illinois to Omaha?

Book your Illinois to Omaha bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Omaha?

There are 293+ hotels available in Omaha.

Illinois to Omaha - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromIllinois to Omaha

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 6 ways to get from Illinois to Omaha by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Chicago Midway International Airport to Omaha
best
1. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)plane MDW - OMA
4h 17m
$90–557
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
9h 25m
$70–120
Drive 462.5 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Omahacar 462.5 mi
7h 46m
$85–122
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Omaha
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Omaha (OMA)plane ORD - OMA
4h 38m
$444–707
Train to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport, fly to Omaha
1. Take the train from Springfield to St. Louistrain
2. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Omaha (OMA)plane STL - OMA
6h 4m
$630–959
Fly Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Lincoln Municipal Airport, bus
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 59m
$78–351

Illinois to Omaha by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

9h 25mAverage Duration

$70Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Illinois to Omaha.

Launch map view

Distance: 439.3 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and Omaha, NE, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA) 4 times a day. 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.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.