What is the travel distance from Chicago to Wisconsin Dells?

The distance separating Chicago and Wisconsin Dells is 164 miles (264 km).

Bus Chicago to Wisconsin Dells from $29 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Chicago to Wisconsin Dells on November 16
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h	4:35am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	2:15pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	5h 50m	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
	Bus	3:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 10m	8:10pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Wisconsin Dells on November 17
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h	4:35am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Fastest
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	2:15pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	5h 50m	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Wisconsin Dells on November 18
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	11:50pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	4h 45m	4:35am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h	4:35am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Fastest
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	2:15pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	5h 50m	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Wisconsin Dells on November 19
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:45am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	8h 30m	2:15pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h	4:35am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Fastest
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	2:15pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	7:25pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	6h 50m	2:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Wisconsin Dells on November 20
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h	4:35am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	CheapestFastest
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	2:15pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	1:45pm	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	6h 25m	8:10pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
	Bus	3:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h 10m	8:10pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Wisconsin Dells on November 21
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h	4:35am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Fastest
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	2:15pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	5h 50m	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags

Next departures for Chicago to Wisconsin Dells on November 22
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	10:00pm	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h 15m	2:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Cheapest
	Bus	12:35am	Downtown Greyhound Station	4h	4:35am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	Fastest
	Bus	6:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
	Bus	9:15am	Downtown Greyhound Station	5h	2:15pm	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	5:25am	Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan	5h 50m	11:15am	Wisconsin Dells (Mc Donalds)	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Chicago to Wisconsin Dells

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Wisconsin Dells. The journey takes about 3 hours 37 minutes and with fares starting at just $27, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

3h 37mAverage Duration

162 milesDistance

24kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$25 - $120	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$27 - $109	Average Duration3h 37m	CO₂ emissions 24kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,372 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Chicago Wisconsin Dells recent customer reviews

too cold. I will be sick

Ayşegül Rumeysa Y.

June 14, 2023

FlixBus

3.5/511,315 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Chicago to Wisconsin Dells by bus

What is the travel distance from Chicago to Wisconsin Dells?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/12

$43

11/13

$48

Today

$50

11/15

$46

11/16

$42

11/17

$44

11/18

$38

11/19

$36

The cheapest trip from Chicago to Wisconsin Dells was searched and found on Nov 19, 2025 with a price of $36

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

You can expect to pay from $36 to $69 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Wisconsin Dells based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-19.

Usually FlixBus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.