Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI bus

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Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Cheapest

$58

Average

$61

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

01:25PM4h03

Chicago, IL

05:28PMAppleton, WI

$581One-way

0 transfers

06:05PM4h20

Chicago, IL

10:25PMAppleton, WI

$631One-way

0 transfers

10:08PM4h15

Chicago, IL

02:23AMAppleton, WI

$631One-way

0 transfers

Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI bus times

Showing buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, January 21

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
AmtrakAmtrak	01:25PM Chicago, IL	4h03	05:28PM Appleton, WI	0 transfersDirect
AmtrakAmtrak	10:08PM Chicago, IL	4h15	02:23AM Appleton, WI	0 transfersDirect
AmtrakAmtrak	06:05PM Chicago, IL	4h20	10:25PM Appleton, WI	0 transfersDirect
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Bus times from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI

Showing times and prices for Jan 21

Fastest Journey

4 h 3 m

Average

4 h 13 m

Buses per day

Distance

275 km

Of the 3 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Appleton, WI every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

01:25PM4h03

Chicago, IL

05:28PMAppleton, WI

$581One-way

0 transfers

10:08PM4h15

Chicago, IL

02:23AMAppleton, WI

$631One-way

0 transfers

06:05PM4h20

Chicago, IL

10:25PMAppleton, WI

$631One-way

0 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI

Buses from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 21m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $51 (€47) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

170 miles (275 km)

Average bus duration

4h 21m

Cheapest ticket price

$51 (€47)

Buses per day

Bus providers

Fastest bus

4h 3m

First bus

05:00

Last bus

17:08

Price information

Bus companies: Amtrak and GTG from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI

For as little as $52 (€47) you can travel by bus to Appleton, WI from Chicago, IL with Amtrak and GTG. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this trip.

Amtrak is the main bus company in the United States and operates medium and long-distance intercity services in 46 American states and 3 Canadian provinces. With over 300 Amtrak buses running daily, you can travel by bus across America and explore destinations near and far. Take the Acela bus for high-speed services connecting popular cities in the Northeast, the Coast Starlight to travel up and down the stunning West Coast or the Empire Builder to travel from Chicago to the Midwest and the Pacific Northwest among others. Amtrak offers different class options to suit any traveler’s budget with classes like Coach, Business, First and the Sleeper Class, where you can book a Roomette, Bedroom, and Bedroom suite among others for night travel. When you book your bus journey between Chicago, IL and Appleton, WI, you can choose between ticket types like Saver, Value, Flexible, Business and Premium.

Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI bus information with Amtrak:

Average Duration: 4 h 3 min
Cheapest Price: $52

FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI

FAQs: Take the bus from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI.

Cheap bus tickets from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI can start from as little as $52 (€47) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI is $60 (€54); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The bus time between Chicago, IL and Appleton, WI is on average 4 h 3 min for the 171 mile (275 km) long journey, but the time it takes to go between Chicago, IL and Appleton, WI by bus can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first bus from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI leaves at 5: 00AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last bus from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI leaves at 5: 08PM.

There are 4 buses a day from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI which require at least one change with Greyhound or FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.

Take the Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI bus with Greyhound or FlixBus. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus companies for the route between Chicago, IL and Appleton, WI as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

A trip to Appleton, WI from Chicago, IL is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a bus from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI is February.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel from Chicago, IL to Appleton, WI including taking a bus or flight.