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 41m.

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 40m and costs $50 - $310.

How far is it from Chicago to Elkader?

The distance between Chicago and Elkader is 296 miles. The road distance is 237.2 miles.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Chicago to Elkader, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chicago to Elkader?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Elkader is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Chicago to Elkader.

Where can I stay near Elkader?

There are four+ hotels available in Elkader.

Chicago to Elkader - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

There are 9 ways to get from Chicago to Elkader by plane, car, train, or bus

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

Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
best
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 42m
$56–297
Drive 235.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Elkadercar 235.8 mi
4h 41m
$43–63
Train, bus, drive
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Dubuquebus
3. Drive from Dubuque to Elkadercar
8h 30m
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 40m
$54–304
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 4m
$58–309
Fly to Rochester, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rochester (RST)plane ORD - RST
2. Drive from Rochester-Airport-RST to Elkadercar
5h 43m
$68–325
Train, bus, drive via Madison
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
2. Take the bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison, WI-Lake St.bus
3. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
4. Drive from Dubuque to Elkadercar
8h 59m
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campusbus
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
3. Drive from Dubuque to Elkadercar
9h 1m
Bus, drive #2
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madisonbus
2. Take the bus from Madison to Dubuquebus
3. Drive from Dubuque to Elkadercar
9h 1m

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

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chicago to Elkader.

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Distance: 294.6 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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 subway to O'Hare, walk to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID), then drive to Elkader. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chicago Union Station to Elkader via Milwaukee, Milwaukee, and Dubuque in around 8h 30m.

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