Bus Tickets from Chicago to Wausau

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Wausau

Bus
Average PriceUS$80 - US$80Average Duration8h 35m
9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Train
Average PriceUS$65 - US$88Average Duration6h 40m
34kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends taking the train from Chicago to Wausau

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Wausau. The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$65, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1train per day
6h 40mAverage Duration
US$65Cheapest ticket
34kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Chicago to Wausau: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$80
Average Bus Trip Duration8h 35m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure6:30am
Distance359 km

Chicago to Wausau Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Chicago - Wausau

  1. How far is Chicago from Wausau?

    The distance between Chicago and Wausau is around 382 km (237 miles).

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Chicago to Wausau.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Chicago to Wausau, 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 Wausau that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Chicago to Wausau while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Will you be returning to Chicago by bus?

Bus from Chicago to Wausau

You can also go to Wausau by train

Train from Chicago to Wausau

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