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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Waco, TX
Cheapest price
$459
Average price
$459
Fastest journey
1 d 7 m
Average duration
1 d 7 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1422 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Waco, TX is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chicago, IL to Waco, TX will cost around $459 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $459.
It's difficult to get from Chicago, IL to Waco, TX without transferring at least 4 times.
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Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Chicago, IL to Waco, TX
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Waco, TX among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €116. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 26h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €116, and a train costs an average of €127.
Distance: 883 miles (1422 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
€116 Average price Cheapest | €139 Average price |
28h 35m Average total duration 28h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 26h 35m Average total duration Fastest 26h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chicago, IL to Waco, TX bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Waco, TX buses for today, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 1:58 PM Chicago, IL | 24h07 | 2:05 PM Waco, TX | 4 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Waco, TX
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Buses from Chicago, IL to Waco, TX run on average 6 times per day, taking around 28h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $141 (€116) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 06:10, the last at 22:40. The fastest bus covers the 883 miles (1422 km) distance in 28h 5m.
Distance 883 miles (1422 km) |
Average bus duration 28h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $141 (€116) |
Buses per day 6 |
Fastest bus 28h 5m |
First bus 06:10 |
Last bus 22:40 |
Bus providers: Chicago Transit (CTA) from Chicago, IL to Waco, TXYou can travel by bus between Chicago, IL to Waco, TX with Chicago Transit (CTA) for as low as $141 (€116). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Waco, TX
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Waco, TX by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Waco, TX, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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