What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Elkader?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Elkader is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Elkader?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Elkader is to fly and drive which takes 4h 43m and costs $45 - $290.

How far is it from Chicago to Elkader?

The distance between Chicago and Elkader is 327 miles. The road distance is 236.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Elkader?

It takes approximately 7h 51m to get from Chicago to Elkader, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chicago to Elkader?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Elkader is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Chicago to Elkader.

Where can I stay near Elkader?

There are six+ hotels available in Elkader.

Chicago to Elkader - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Elkader by bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, drive via Iowa City
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
2. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
3. Drive from Twixt Town Rd Transfer to Elkadercar
7h 51m
Drive 235 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Elkadercar 235 mi
4h 56m
$43–62
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Elkadercar
4h 45m
$52–287
Bus, drive (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
2. Drive from Waterloo to Elkadercar
8h 26m
$67–104
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane ORD - ALO
2. Drive from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Elkadercar
4h 43m
$50–284
Fly to La Crosse, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to La Crosse (LSE)plane ORD - LSE
2. Drive from La-Crosse-Airport-LSE to Elkadercar
5h 3m
$54–289
Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane ORD - MSN
2. Drive from Madison-Airport-MSN to Elkadercar
5h 33m
$70–410

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

71Weekly Planes

1h 23mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chicago to Elkader.

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Distance: 325.5 mi
Duration: 7h 51m

What companies run services between Chicago, IL, USA and Elkader, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Chicago to Elkader. However, you can take the bus to Iowa City, take the bus to GTC Bay 9, walk to GTC Bay 5, take the line 5 bus to Twixt Town Rd Transfer, then drive to Elkader. Alternatively, you can drive from Chicago to Elkader in around 4h 56m.

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How to get fromChicago to Elkaderby bus, car, or plane

There are 7 ways to get from Chicago to Elkader by bus, car, or plane

Bus, drive via Iowa City

Drive 235 mi

Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive

Bus, drive (Greyhound)

Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport, drive

Fly to La Crosse, drive

Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, drive