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

The cheapest way to get from Waukesha to Chicago is to drive which costs $17 - $26 and takes 2h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waukesha to Chicago is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $17 - $26.

Is there a direct bus between Waukesha and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Waukesha to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from W Main Street at N East Avenue and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via Goerke's Corners Park and Ride and Milwaukee Intermodal Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Waukesha to Chicago?

The distance between Waukesha and Chicago is 103 miles. The road distance is 96.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waukesha to Chicago without a car is to bus and train which takes 4h 3m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Waukesha to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Waukesha to Chicago bus from?

Waukesha to Chicago bus services, operated by Wisconsin Coach Lines Airport Express, depart from Goerke's Corners Park and Ride station.

Where does the Waukesha to Chicago bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Waukesha to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Waukesha to Chicago is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Waukesha to Chicago.

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

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Waukesha to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and subway

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There are 4 ways to get from Waukesha to Chicago by bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or subway

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Goerke's Corners Park and Ride to Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Stationbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain Hiawatha Service / ...
4h 3m
$36–78
Drive 96.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Waukesha to Chicagocar 96.3 mi
2h 3m
$18–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Goerke's Corners Park and Ride to Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Stationbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0150
4h 9m
$26–41
Bus, subway
1. Take the bus from Goerke's Corners Park and Ride to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departuresbus Wisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the subway from O'Hare to Jackson-Bluesubway Blue Line
4h 22m
$47–55

Waukesha to Chicago by bus and train

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4h 3mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

What companies run services between Waukesha, WI, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from W Main Street at N East Avenue to Chicago Bus Station via Goerke's Corners Park and Ride and Milwaukee Intermodal Station in around 4h 9m.

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