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

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Ottawa is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Ottawa is to drive which takes 1h 31m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Illinois station to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Oglesby via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Illinois to Ottawa?

The distance between Illinois and Ottawa is 112 miles. The road distance is 82.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Illinois to Ottawa without a car is to train and taxi which takes 1h 58m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Illinois to Ottawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Ottawa bus from?

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

Where does the Illinois to Ottawa bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Illinois to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Ottawa is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 31m to drive from Illinois to Ottawa.

Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 35+ hotels available in Ottawa.

Illinois to Ottawa - 3 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Illinois to Ottawa by train, taxi, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Train, taxi (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mendota Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the taxi from Mendota Station to Ottawataxi
1h 58m
$101–149
Drive 82 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Ottawacar 82 mi
1h 31m
$15–22
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesbybus Greyhound US0145S
4h 5m
$68–99

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Distance: 111.6 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

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

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