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

The cheapest way to get from Omaha to Chicago is to bus which costs $55 - $120 and takes 9h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Omaha to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $100 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Omaha 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 Omaha to Chicago?

The distance between Omaha and Chicago is 441 miles. The road distance is 465.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Omaha to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 9h 45m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Omaha to Chicago, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Omaha to Chicago bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Omaha to Chicago?

The best way to get from Omaha to Chicago is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $100 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Omaha to Chicago bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Omaha to Chicago?

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1249+ hotels available in Chicago.

Omaha to Chicago - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Omaha 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 to Chicago Midway International Airport
best
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane OMA - MDW
3h 24m
$103–656
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123
9h 45m
$55–120
Drive 462.5 mi
1. Drive from Omaha to Chicagocar 462.5 mi
7h 47m
$85–122
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane OMA - ORD
3h 49m
$78–456

Omaha to Chicago by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

9h 45mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 438.3 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Omaha, NE, USA and Chicago, IL, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Omaha, NE to Chicago Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $55–120 and the journey takes 9h 45m.

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