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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Chicago | Waterloo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago | Waterloo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago | Waterloo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago | Waterloo | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Chicago | Waterloo | No tags |
Get from Chicago to Waterloo
The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $44, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Waterloo, IA, US by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Waterloo?
The cheapest bus tickets from Chicago to Waterloo start from $44. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Chicago to Waterloo?
The average bus trip duration from Chicago to Waterloo is 9h 45m, covering a distance of 247 miles (399 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 10m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Chicago to Waterloo route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, Burlington Trailways.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Waterloo?
The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Waterloo at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Waterloo?
A bus trip from Chicago to Waterloo generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Chicago to Waterloo?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Waterloo?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Chicago to Waterloo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Waterloo?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
