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Bus from Waukesha to Chicago: Journey Information

There are 18 intercity buses per day from Waukesha to Chicago. Traveling by bus from Waukesha to Chicago usually takes around 2 hours and 27 minutes, but the fastest Coach USA bus can make the trip in 1 hour and 50 minutes.

Distance
84 mi (135 km)
Shortest duration
1h 50m
Cheapest price
MX$769.30
Trips per day
18
Most frequent service
Coach USA
Bus lines
1

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Average score for buses from Waukesha to Chicago (Based on 1 rating and review)

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5.0

Marie

July 30, 2024 - Business

Coach USA
Pros: Convenient pick up site. Driver friendly and helpful. Efficient stops - no delays. Timely
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Price trends for buses from Waukesha to Chicago

Average bus ticket prices from Waukesha to Chicago by travel date

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Average bus ticket prices from Waukesha to Chicago by month

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Prices as travel date approaches

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What bus companies travel from Waukesha to Chicago?

There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Waukesha to Chicago. Coach USA connects the two cities by bus, it offers multiple scheduled buses per day for you to choose from.

BusDaily TripsAvg. TimeAvg. Price
Coach USA182h 27mMX$769.30
  • Book Coach USA from Waukesha to Chicago from MX$769.30. There are 18 trips per day offered by Coach USA from Waukesha to Chicago and you can expect on average to pay MX$769.30 for a Coach USA ticket to Chicago. In Waukesha, Coach USA departs to Chicago from Goerke's Corners Park & Ride. In Chicago, Coach USA arrives at Terminal 5 Station, O'Hare Intl Airport and one other station.

    An average trip on Coach USA from Waukesha to Chicago takes 2 hours and 27 minutes, while the fastest available Coach USA trip will get you to Chicago in 1 hour and 50 minutes.

    On weekends, Coach USA offers 18 trips per day. A one way ticket costs MX$769.30 for a weekend trip to Chicago.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Waukesha to Chicago

There are 18 scheduled buses that travel from Waukesha to Chicago 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 Waukesha to Chicago without transferring.

Trips per day

18

Direct trips

18

The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 27 minutes to cover the 84 miles from Waukesha to Chicago. However, the fastest bus only takes 1 hour and 50 minutes. 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.

Distance (mi)

84

Distance (km)

135

The first bus leaves at 3:30 AM and the last bus leaves at 6:00 PM. To see the times for all buses from Waukesha to Chicago, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

3:30am

Latest bus

6:00pm

Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, 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 Chicago, book your ticket for the last day of the week.

Most crowded

Thursday

Least crowded

Sunday

City Information

Chicago

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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.

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Waukesha?

Main departure station: Goerke's Corners Park & Ride

Most buses depart from the main station in Waukesha.

All bus stations in Waukesha:

  • Goerke's Corners Park & Ride

Where does the bus arrive in Chicago?

Main arrival station: Terminal 5 Station, O'Hare Intl Airport

These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Chicago.

All bus stations in Chicago:

  • Terminal 5 Station, O'Hare Intl Airport
  • Chicago O'Hare Bus/Shuttle Ctr

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