What is the cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Arlington Heights?

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Arlington Heights is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Waterloo to Arlington Heights?

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Arlington Heights is to fly and train which takes 3h 8m and costs $60 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Arlington Heights?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo to Arlington Heights. However, there are services departing from Waterloo and arriving at Washington & Canal via Washington & Jefferson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Waterloo to Arlington Heights?

The distance between Waterloo and Arlington Heights is 267 miles. The road distance is 248.1 miles.

How do I travel from Waterloo to Arlington Heights without a car?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Arlington Heights without a car is to bus which takes 8h 27m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Waterloo to Arlington Heights?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Waterloo to Arlington Heights, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Arlington Heights bus from?

Waterloo to Arlington Heights bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Waterloo station.

Where does the Waterloo to Arlington Heights bus arrive?

Waterloo to Arlington Heights bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Waterloo to Arlington Heights?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Arlington Heights is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Waterloo to Arlington Heights.

Where can I stay near Arlington Heights?

There are 352+ hotels available in Arlington Heights.

Waterloo to Arlington Heights - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Waterloo to Arlington Heights by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane ALO - ORD
2. Take the train from Irving Park to Arlington Heightstrain
3h 8m
$61–274
Drive 246.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo to Arlington Heightscar 246.7 mi
4h 34m
$45–65
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0154S
8h 27m
$58–106
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
1. Drive from Waterloo to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
3h 59m
$82–487
Drive to Mason City, fly
1. Drive from Waterloo to Mason-City-Airport-MCWcar
2. Fly from Mason City (MCW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MCW - ORD
4h 47m
$57–283

Waterloo to Arlington Heights by bus, foot, and train (Greyhound)

10Weekly Services

8h 27mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.1 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Waterloo, IA, USA and Arlington Heights, Cook County, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Waterloo to Chicago Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 7h.

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