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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Wausau Transit Center | Chicago (Union Station), IL | CheapestFastest | |||||
| Wausau Transit Center | Chicago (Union Station), IL | No tags |
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Get from Wausau to Chicago
The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Wausau to Chicago 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 Wausau to Chicago?
The cheapest bus tickets from Wausau to Chicago start from $68. The average price for this route is around $74. 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 Wausau to Chicago?
The average bus travel time from Wausau to Chicago is 6h 30m, covering a distance of 395 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 9m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Wausau to Chicago route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Wausau to Chicago?
The earliest bus departs from Wausau to Chicago at 3:55pm. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Wausau to Chicago?
A bus trip from Wausau to Chicago generates an estimated 10 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Wausau to Chicago?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Amtrak, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars based on 5654 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Wausau to Chicago?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Amtrak has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Wausau to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Amtrak, with a punctuality rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Wausau to Chicago?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Amtrak, with a cleanliness rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Wausau to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $86To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Wausau to Chicago, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $86 to $118 for a bus ticket from Wausau to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $86 which is on 2025-12-28.
