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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Chicago is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 5h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 22m and costs $50 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Waterloo and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 7h.

How far is it from Waterloo to Chicago?

The distance between Waterloo and Chicago is 258 miles. The road distance is 270.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waterloo to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 7h and costs $50 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Waterloo to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Chicago bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Waterloo to Chicago?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 22m and costs $50 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $85 and takes 7h.

Where does the Waterloo to Chicago bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Chicago is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h 12m to drive from Waterloo to Chicago.

How do I get a bus ticket from Waterloo to Chicago?

Book your Waterloo to Chicago bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1280+ hotels available in Chicago.

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

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Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane ALO - ORD
2h 22m
$52–269
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
cheapest
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 15m
$43–252
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0154S
7h
$50–85
Drive 269 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo to Chicagocar 269 mi
5h 12m
$50–71
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
3h 57m
$53–278

Waterloo to Chicago by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 256.9 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

American Airlines flies from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) twice daily. Alternatively, 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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