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

The cheapest way to get from Nebraska to Chicago is to bus which costs $50 - $120 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nebraska to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $65 - $310.

Is there a direct bus between Nebraska and Chicago?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Omaha, NE and arriving at Chicago Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Nebraska to Chicago?

The distance between Nebraska and Chicago is 493 miles. The road distance is 465.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nebraska to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs $50 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Nebraska to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nebraska to Chicago bus from?

Nebraska to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Omaha, NE station.

Bus or fly from Nebraska to Chicago?

The best way to get from Nebraska to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 54m and costs $65 - $310. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $120 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Nebraska to Chicago bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Nebraska to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Nebraska to Chicago is 465 miles. It takes approximately 7h 47m to drive from Nebraska to Chicago.

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1068+ hotels available in Chicago.

Nebraska to Chicago - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Nebraska to Chicago by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Lincoln Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane LNK - ORD
2h 54m
$70–302
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123
9h 45m
$50–120
Drive 462.5 mi
1. Drive from Omaha to Chicagocar 462.5 mi
7h 47m
$85–122
Fly Kearney Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane EAR - ORD
3h 8m
$88–338
Fly Omaha to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane OMA - MDW
3h 24m
$103–656
Fly Omaha to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane OMA - ORD
3h 49m
$73–456

Nebraska to Chicago by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

9h 45mAverage Duration

$50Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Nebraska to Chicago.

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Distance: 490.1 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Nebraska, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Omaha, NE to Chicago Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $50–120 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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