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- This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + FastestDeparture time: May 4 atDeparture city: ChicagoDeparture location: Chicago (Union Station), ILArrival time: May 4 atDestination city: WausauDestination location: Wausau Transit CenterOperated by: Amtrak
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Busbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to WausauAmong the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Wausau. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Train Chicago to Wausau: Trip Overview
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Based on 5090 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $65.00
Chicago to Wausau Train
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Chicago to Wausau was searched and found on Apr 30, 2025 with a price of $61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Chicago to Wausau, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $100 for a train ticket from Chicago to Wausau based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $67 which is on 2025-05-03.
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Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Chicago to Wausau is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.
Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Wausau you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.
The train emits up to 30x less CO2 for a trip between Chicago and Wausau compared to the same trip made by plane or car. A truly ecological mode of transport that will allow you to easily reduce your carbon footprint.
Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Chicago to Wausau while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.
Did you know?
Railway companies played a major role as early as 1883 in the use of time zones as we know them today.
The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date
Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.
What's the cheapest way to go from Chicago to Wausau?
The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destinationThe best way to travel between Chicago and Wausau is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $74 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $65. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Wausau, choose the train, as it will take you from Chicago to Wausau in about 6h 40m - that's the fastest way to get there!
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