What is the cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Chicago Loop?

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Chicago Loop is to bus which costs $130 - $250 and takes 20h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ottawa to Chicago Loop?

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Chicago Loop is to fly which takes 5h 39m and costs $220 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottawa to Chicago Loop. However, there are services departing from Ottawa and arriving at Washington & Lasalle via Detroit Bus Station and Jefferson & Harrison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Ottawa and Chicago Loop?

No, there is no direct train from Ottawa to Chicago Loop station. However, there are services departing from Ottawa and arriving at Chicago Union Station via Toronto Union Station and Buffalo Depew Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 3m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Chicago Loop?

The distance between Ottawa and Chicago Loop is 680 miles. The road distance is 755.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ottawa to Chicago Loop without a car?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Chicago Loop without a car is to bus which takes 20h 34m and costs $130 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Ottawa to Chicago Loop?

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Ottawa to Chicago Loop, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Chicago Loop bus from?

Ottawa to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ottawa station.

Where do I catch the Ottawa to Chicago Loop train from?

Ottawa to Chicago Loop train services, operated by VIA Rail, depart from Ottawa station.

Train, bus or fly from Ottawa to Chicago Loop?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Chicago Loop is to fly which takes 5h 39m and costs $220 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can train via Dearborn, which costs $120 - $320 and takes 16h 29m, you could also bus, which costs $130 - $250 and takes 20h 34m.

Where does the Ottawa to Chicago Loop bus arrive?

Ottawa to Chicago Loop bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ottawa and Chicago Loop?

Chicago Loop is 1h behind Ottawa. It is currently 5:01 PM in Ottawa and 4:01 PM in Chicago Loop.

Where does the Ottawa to Chicago Loop train arrive?

Ottawa to Chicago Loop train services, operated by VIA Rail, arrive at Toronto Union Station.

Can I drive from Ottawa to Chicago Loop?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Chicago Loop is 755 miles. It takes approximately 13h 33m to drive from Ottawa to Chicago Loop.

How do I get a train ticket from Ottawa to Chicago Loop?

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Where can I stay near Chicago Loop?

There are 978+ hotels available in Chicago Loop.

Ottawa to Chicago Loop - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Ottawa to Chicago Loop by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or train

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Fly Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)YOW - ORD
5h 39m
$225–958
Train via Dearborn
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ottawa to Toronto Union Station
2. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Windsor
3. Take the train from Dearborn to Chicago Union Station
16h 29m
$120–318
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ottawa to Detroit Bus StationFlixBus 2701
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160
20h 34m
$134–241
Drive 750.8 mi
1. Drive from Ottawa to Chicago Loop750.8 mi
13h 33m
$172–249
Fly Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)YOW - MDW
7h 13m
$185–758
Train to Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
1. Take the train from Ottawa to Dorval
2. Fly from Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)YUL - ORD
7h 17m
$217–1,090
Train
1. Take the train from Ottawa to Toronto Union Station
2. Take the train from Toronto Union Station to Buffalo
3. Take the train from Buffalo Depew Station to Chicago Union Station
21h 3m
$145–374

Ottawa to Chicago Loop by train, car, and bus

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What companies run services between Ottawa, ON, Canada and Chicago Loop, IL, USA?

United Airlines and Air Canada fly from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a train from Ottawa to Chicago Union Station via Toronto Union Station, Windsor, Michigan + Cass, Dearborn Transit Center, and Dearborn in around 16h 29m.

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