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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Chicago Union Station is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 4h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Chicago Union Station is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $55 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Chicago Union Station?

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 Union Station?

The distance between Waterloo and Chicago Union Station is 259 miles. The road distance is 269.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waterloo to Chicago Union Station without a car is to bus which takes 7h 9m and costs $50 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Waterloo to Chicago Union Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waterloo to Chicago Union Station bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Waterloo to Chicago Union Station?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Chicago Union Station is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $55 - $270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $100 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Waterloo to Chicago Union Station bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waterloo to Chicago Union Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Chicago Union Station is 269 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Waterloo to Chicago Union Station.

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

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Where can I stay near Chicago Union Station?

There are 1328+ hotels available in Chicago Union Station.

Waterloo to Chicago Union Station - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Waterloo to Chicago Union Station 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 30m
$57–269
Drive 267.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waterloo to Chicago Union Stationcar 267.8 mi
4h 54m
$49–71
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0154S
7h 9m
$50–100
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 21m
$78–482

Waterloo to Chicago Union Station by bus and foot (Greyhound)

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Distance: 257.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Waterloo, IA, USA and Chicago Union Station, 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 $50–100 and the journey takes 7h.

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