What is the cheapest way to get from Independence to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Independence to Chicago is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Independence to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Independence to Chicago is to taxi and fly which takes 2h 52m and costs $100 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Independence and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Independence to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Waterloo and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 34m.

How far is it from Independence to Chicago?

The distance between Independence and Chicago is 262 miles. The road distance is 245.8 miles.

How do I travel from Independence to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Independence to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 7h 34m and costs $100 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Independence to Chicago?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Independence to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Independence to Chicago bus from?

Independence to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Waterloo station.

Where does the Independence to Chicago bus arrive?

Independence to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Independence to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Independence to Chicago is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Independence to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1279+ hotels available in Chicago.

Independence to Chicago - 5 ways to travel via taxi, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Independence to Chicago by taxi, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Taxi to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Independence to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDtaxi
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
2h 58m
$194–436
Drive 244.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Independence to Chicagocar 244.3 mi
4h 50m
$45–65
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0154S
7h 34m
$109–155
Taxi to Waterloo Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Independence to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)taxi
2. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane ALO - ORD
2h 52m
$107–328
Drive to Mason City, fly
1. Drive from Independence to Mason-City-Airport-MCWcar
2. Fly from Mason City (MCW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MCW - ORD
4h 30m
$57–284

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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1h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 260.5 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Independence, IA, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Waterloo to Chicago Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost $50–85 and the journey takes 7h.

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