Bus Tickets from Chicago to Waterloo, IA, US

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Next departures for Chicago to Waterloo on November 14
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
WaterlooCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
WaterlooFastest
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
WaterlooNo tags

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Get from Chicago to Waterloo

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $64, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day
9h 45mAverage Duration
393 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Chicago to Waterloo, IA, US by bus

  1. What is the distance between Chicago and Waterloo?

    It's about 394 km (244 miles) from Chicago to Waterloo.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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11-12
$68
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11-14
$75
11-15
$75
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Waterloo, IA, US was searched and found on Nov 12, 2025 with a price of $68

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Waterloo, IA, US, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $68 to $75 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Waterloo, IA, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $75 which is on 2025-11-14.

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