Bus Chicago to Omaha: Trip Overview
Chicago to Omaha Buses
Busbud helps you find a bus from Chicago to Omaha. Get the best fare and schedule, book a round trip ticket or find buses with WiFi and electrical outlets.
We make sure you can find a bus service from Chicago to Omaha from the most reliable bus companies operating this trip.
From cheap bus tickets to more luxurious buses traveling from Chicago to Omaha, we offer a wide range of bus services to best suit your needs depending on how much your budget is.
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Chicago and Omaha?
630 W Harrison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Downtown Greyhound Station225 S Canal St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Union Station500-536 W Polk St, Chicago IL 60607, USA
Polk St & Canal St5800 N Cumberland Ave, Chicago, IL 60631, USA
Cumberland CTA2807 S Kedzie Ave, Chicago, IL 60623, USA
Tornado Bus S Kedzie AveFrequently asked questions for your trip Chicago - Omaha
You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. The two options are practical and sustainable ways to reach Omaha. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.
On average, the trip from Chicago to Omaha takes around 16h 45m, but you can get there in as little as 10h 30m with the quickest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 430 miles (694 km) that separate the two cities.
About 430 miles (694 km) separate Chicago and Omaha.
Most of the buses traveling from Chicago to Omaha leave from Downtown Greyhound Station and arrive at Burlington Trailways Station. These are the main pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $72.
The average price of a one-way ticket from Chicago to Omaha is $82. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $72 and $129, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.
About Bus Travel
Bus Travel Tips
Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Chicago and Omaha!
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Omaha, get comfy and count the stars.
Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Chicago to Omaha that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.
Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Chicago to Omaha, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.
Did you know?
Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.
One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Omaha?
Vehicle Type | Travel Time | Avg Price | Daily Departures |
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Vehicle TypeBus | Travel Time16h 45m | Avg Price$82 | Daily Departures7 |
Vehicle TypeTrain | Travel Time9h 9m | Avg Price$91 | Daily Departures1 |
The best way to travel between Chicago and Omaha is by bus. By choosing the bus, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $82 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $72. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Omaha, choose the bus, as it will take you from Chicago to Omaha in about 9h 9m - that's the fastest way to get there!
Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?
Bus from Omaha to ChicagoYou can also go to Omaha by train
Train from Chicago to OmahaWhy choose Busbud?
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