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

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Illinois is to drive which costs $15 - $22 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Illinois is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs $15 - $22.

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Illinois?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottawa to Illinois station. However, there are services departing from Oglesby and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Illinois?

The distance between Ottawa and Illinois is 112 miles. The road distance is 82.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ottawa to Illinois without a car is to taxi and train which takes 2h 35m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Ottawa to Illinois, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Illinois bus from?

Ottawa to Illinois bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Oglesby station.

Where does the Ottawa to Illinois bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ottawa to Illinois?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Illinois is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Ottawa to Illinois.

Where can I stay near Illinois?

There are 1149+ hotels available in Illinois.

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

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

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Taxi, train
best
1. Take the taxi from Ottawa to Mendota Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Mendota Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2h 35m
$103–147
Drive 82.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ottawa to Chicagocar 82.3 mi
1h 32m
$15–22
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Oglesby to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0145S
4h 45m
$69–99

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Distance: 111.3 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Oglesby to Chicago Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $23–45 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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