What is the cheapest way to get from Madison to West Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Madison to West Chicago is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Madison to West Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Madison to West Chicago is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs $22 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and West Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to West Chicago station. However, there are services departing from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and arriving at Geneva Metra Station via Rosemont CTA Station and Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Madison to West Chicago?

The distance between Madison and West Chicago is 196 miles. The road distance is 124.5 miles.

How do I travel from Madison to West Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Madison to West Chicago without a car is to bus and train via Milwaukee which takes 5h 51m and costs $45 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Madison to West Chicago?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Madison to West Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Madison to West Chicago bus from?

Madison to West Chicago bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Where does the Madison to West Chicago bus arrive?

Madison to West Chicago bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures station.

Can I drive from Madison to West Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to West Chicago is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Madison to West Chicago.

Where can I stay near West Chicago?

There are 236+ hotels available in West Chicago.

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There are 5 ways to get from Madison to West Chicago by bus, train, subway, or car

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Bus, train via Milwaukee
best
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to West Chicagotrain
5h 51m
$48–88
Drive 123.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to West Chicagocar 123.8 mi
2h 16m
$23–33
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Van Galder
2. Take the subway from O'Hare to Forest Parksubway Blue Line
6h 17m
$31–64
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to West Chicagotrain Up-W
6h 30m
$35–60
Bus
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4bus 603
6h 59m
$32–66

Madison to West Chicago by bus, train, and foot

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Distance: 194.5 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and West Chicago, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to West Chicago via O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures, O'Hare, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station, Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1, Geneva Metra Station, and Geneva in around 6h 59m.

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