What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Fort Madison?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Fort Madison is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Fort Madison?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Fort Madison is to fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $90 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Fort Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago to Fort Madison. However, there are services departing from Chicago, IL and arriving at Fort Madison via Burlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Chicago and Fort Madison?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Chicago Union Station station and arriving at Fort Madison. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

How far is it from Chicago to Fort Madison?

The distance between Chicago and Fort Madison is 219 miles. The road distance is 248.9 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Fort Madison without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Fort Madison without a car is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs $28 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Fort Madison?

The train from Chicago Union Station to Fort Madison takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Fort Madison bus from?

Chicago to Fort Madison bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Chicago, IL station.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Fort Madison train from?

Chicago to Fort Madison train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Chicago Union Station.

Train, bus or fly from Chicago to Fort Madison?

The best way to get from Chicago to Fort Madison is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs $28 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 6h 25m, you could also fly, which costs $90 - $180 and takes 3h 31m.

Where does the Chicago to Fort Madison bus arrive?

Chicago to Fort Madison bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Burlington, IA station.

Where does the Chicago to Fort Madison train arrive?

Chicago to Fort Madison train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Fort Madison station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Fort Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Fort Madison is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Chicago to Fort Madison.

Where can I stay near Fort Madison?

There are 15+ hotels available in Fort Madison.

Chicago to Fort Madison - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Chicago to Fort Madison by train (Amtrak), 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fort MadisonSouthwest Chief
3h 35m
$28–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago, IL to Burlington, IAChicago
6h 25m
$74–144
Drive 247.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Fort Madison247.4 mi
4h 50m
$46–66
Fly to Burlington Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)ORD - BRL
3h 31m
$92–180
Fly to Quincy Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quincy Regional Airport (UIN)ORD - UIN
2. Take the bus from Quincy to Fort Madison
5h 46m
$100–235

Chicago to Fort Madison by train (Amtrak)

13Weekly Trains

3h 35mAverage Duration

$28Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.1 mi
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Amtrak operates a train from Chicago Union Station to Fort Madison twice daily. Tickets cost $28–100 and the journey takes 3h 35m. Alternatively, Burlington Trailways operates a bus from Chicago, IL to Burlington, IA once daily. Tickets cost $50–110 and the journey takes 5h 5m.

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