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There are 20 intercity buses per day from Chicago to Janesville. Traveling by bus from Chicago to Janesville usually takes around 2 hours and 36 minutes, but the fastest Coach USA bus can make the trip in 2 hours,
| Distance | 90 mi (145 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $37.00 |
| Trips per day | 20 |
| Most frequent service | Coach USA |
| Bus lines | 2 |
Average score for buses from Chicago to Janesville
(Based on 2 ratings and reviews)
5.0
Pros: Safe travels. Cons: Play movies or music to keeps entertaining better directions to where the bus stops are. Tips: Use headphones if listening to audio or talking on the phone and must whisper while on the bus. Drivers will not tolerate any noise and wifi sometimes don't work.
5.0
Pros: The bus arrived on time and arrived to my destination on time. Cons: More space for stretch legs and incline seats.
Bus tickets for a trip from Chicago to Janesville cost $38.78 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
If you're planning to travel by bus from Chicago to Janesville in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from $40 to $42. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on October 14, 2024.
If you’re looking to travel to Janesville this week, bus tickets are available starting at $40.
To save money on bus tickets, buy them as early as possible. Bus carriers usually charge higher ticket prices the closer you book to the date of travel. Booking in advance is the best way to find affordable prices and save money on your trip.
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Chicago to Janesville that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Coach USA usually offers more choice, with 14 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amtrak Thruway | 10 | 2h 54m | $42.00 |
| Coach USA | 14 | 2h 0m | $37.00 |
Amtrak Thruway, also known as Amtrak Thruway Motorcoach, is a system of intercity passenger buses operated by Amtrak to connect train stations to areas that are not served by the carrier’s railroads. On the bus, passengers can enjoy comfortable reclining seats with leg rests and access to onboard restroom facilities. Amtrak Thruway bus tickets from Chicago to Janesville start at $42. On average, there are 10 Amtrak Thruway bus trips on this route every day.
Book Coach USA from Chicago to Janesville from $37. There are 14 trips per day offered by Coach USA from Chicago to Janesville and you can expect on average to pay for a Coach USA ticket to Janesville. In Chicago, Coach USA departs to Janesville from Chicago O'Hare International Airport Multi-Modal Facility . In Janesville, Coach USA arrives at 3120 N Pontiac Dr .
An average trip on Coach USA from Chicago to Janesville takes 2 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Coach USA offers 14 trips per day. A one way ticket costs for a weekend trip to Janesville.
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 36 minutes to cover the 90 miles from Chicago to Janesville. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Tuesday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Janesville, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
The first bus leaves at 12:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Chicago to Janesville, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
There are 20 scheduled buses that travel from Chicago to Janesville every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Chicago to Janesville without transferring.
Need more travel options? Consider taking the train from Chicago to Janesville; ticket prices start at $42.00.
Known for its innovative architecture, cultural contributions to jazz and house music, and of course that irresistible deep-dish pizza, the many sights and experiences in Chicago make it one of the best urban vacation destinations for millennials and a top destination in Illinois.
You can't beat the views of the city and Lake Michigan from the SkyDeck in the Willis Tower; at over 1,300 feet, this is the highest observation deck in the U.S. Snap that classic selfie with the Bean in Millennium Park, then wander the many museums in nearby Grant Park. Navy Pier is a popular tourist hotspot for its parks, restaurants, and attractions right on Lake Michigan, and baseball fans will find paradise in Wrigleyville, home to the Chicago Cubs' Wrigley Field and sports bars galore.
Chicago's enormous parks offer plentiful opportunities for outdoor activities in gorgeous urban settings. Many companies offer kayak rentals or boat tours on the Chicago River, with special tours running on Saint Patrick's Day, when the entire river is dyed green. When you’re ready to buy some souvenirs from your epic trip, hit the big brand stores on the Magnificent Mile, or shop local in neighborhoods like Andersonville and Wicker Park. And don't miss the chance to laugh until you cry at The Second City comedy theater, famous for launching the careers of comedians like Tina Fey and Stephen Colbert.
Chicago is one of the biggest transportation hubs in the Midwest, and provides easy access to nearby destinations ideal for day trips, as well as international travel from two airports. Thanks to plenty of bus and train stations throughout the city, getting to the Windy City is a breeze.
Chicago has two bus stations with service to Janesville.
Chicago O'Hare International Airport Multi-Modal Facility
Chicago (Union Station), Illinois
All buses from Chicago arrive at one main station in Janesville.
3120 N Pontiac Dr
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