The cheapest and fastest buses from Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI
Cheapest price
$48
Average price
$55
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 59 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
263 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI 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 Wisconsin Dells, WI will cost around $55 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $48.
Of the 4 buses that leave Chicago, IL for Wisconsin Dells, WI on Wed, Mar 18, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Mar 18 the direct buses cover the 263 km distance in an average of 4 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Wed, Mar 18 the slowest buses will take 6 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train, bus, and flight for Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a flight costs an average of $213.
Distance: 163 miles (263 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
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$52 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $345 Average price |
4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 3h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:55PM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $48 |
Live departures
Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI buses for today, Tuesday, March 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:15 PM Chicago, IL | 5h00 | 5:15 PM Wisconsin Dells, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Chicago, IL | 5h10 | 2:10 AM Wisconsin Dells, WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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![]() | 5:35 AM Chicago, Greyhound Bus Station | 4h00 | 9:35 AM Wisconsin Dells, Commerce St (McDonald's), WI | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Why should you book Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Greyhound?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Greyhound, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus to find the best option for your trip from Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI
Buses from Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by train.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 163 miles (263 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 163 miles (263 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Cheapest month Mar |
Cheapest day Wed |
High season Apr - Jun |
Low season Jan - Mar |
Busiest day Thu |
Least busy day Sat |
Best day to book ahead 21 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, FlixBus from Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WIYou can travel by bus between Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI with Greyhound, FlixBus for as low as $26 (€21). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chicago, IL to Wisconsin Dells, WI 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 Wisconsin Dells, WI, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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