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

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Monona is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Monona is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs $26 - $40.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Monona?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Monona. However, there are services departing from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and arriving at Nichols at McKenna via W Johnson at East Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Chicago to Monona?

The distance between Chicago and Monona is 164 miles. The road distance is 144.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chicago to Monona without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 52m and costs $45 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Chicago to Monona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Monona bus from?

Chicago to Monona bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, depart from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St station.

Where does the Chicago to Monona bus arrive?

Chicago to Monona bus services, operated by Rockland Coaches, arrive at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Monona?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Monona is 144 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Chicago to Monona.

Where can I stay near Monona?

There are 139+ hotels available in Monona.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Monona by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Madisonbus FlixBus 2548
3h 52m
$49–87
Drive 143.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Mononacar 143.4 mi
2h 24m
$27–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus Van Galder
5h 21m
$28–56
Train, bus via W Johnson at East Campus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain Hiawatha Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus Daily Route
5h 35m
$41–79

Chicago to Monona by bus

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5h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 163.4 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

Rockland Coaches operates a bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus hourly. Tickets cost $25–55 and the journey takes 3h 50m.

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