What is the cheapest way to get from Naperville to Wausau?

The cheapest way to get from Naperville to Wausau is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Naperville to Wausau?

The fastest way to get from Naperville to Wausau is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Naperville and Wausau?

No, there is no direct bus from Naperville to Wausau. However, there are services departing from La Grange/Burlington Ave. and arriving at Wausau Transit Center via Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility and Milwaukee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 7m.

How far is it from Naperville to Wausau?

The distance between Naperville and Wausau is 277 miles. The road distance is 269.9 miles.

How do I travel from Naperville to Wausau without a car?

The best way to get from Naperville to Wausau without a car is to train and bus via Milwaukee which takes 9h 28m and costs $55 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Naperville to Wausau?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Naperville to Wausau, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Naperville to Wausau bus from?

Naperville to Wausau bus services, operated by Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express, depart from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility station.

Where does the Naperville to Wausau bus arrive?

Naperville to Wausau bus services, operated by Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express, arrive at Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Naperville to Wausau?

Yes, the driving distance between Naperville to Wausau is 270 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Naperville to Wausau.

Where can I stay near Wausau?

There are 36+ hotels available in Wausau.

Naperville to Wausau - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Naperville to Wausau by train, plane, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)plane ORD - CWA
4h 37m
$65–299
Drive 268.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Naperville to Wausaucar 268.3 mi
4h 35m
$49–71
Train, bus via Milwaukee
1. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Wausau Transit Centerbus
9h 28m
$57–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Stationbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Wausau Transit Centerbus Milwaukee / ...
10h 7m
$73–105
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Mitchell Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee Airport to Wausau Transit Centerbus
10h 13m
$56–69

Naperville to Wausau by train and bus

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9h 28mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.6 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Naperville, IL, USA and Wausau, WI, USA?

You can take a train from Naperville to Wausau Transit Center via LaGrange Road, La Grange/Burlington Ave., Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility, Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station, and Milwaukee in around 10h 7m.

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