What is the cheapest way to get from Drake University to Chicago?

The cheapest way to get from Drake University to Chicago is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Drake University to Chicago?

The fastest way to get from Drake University to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 13m and costs $90 - $550.

How far is it from Drake University to Chicago?

The distance between Drake University and Chicago is 323 miles. The road distance is 335.1 miles.

How do I travel from Drake University to Chicago without a car?

The best way to get from Drake University to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 7h 14m and costs $55 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Drake University to Chicago?

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Drake University to Chicago, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Drake University to Chicago?

The best way to get from Drake University to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs $65 - $390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $120 and takes 7h 14m.

Can I drive from Drake University to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Drake University to Chicago is 335 miles. It takes approximately 5h 36m to drive from Drake University to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1424+ hotels available in Chicago.

Drake University to Chicago - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Drake University to Chicago by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2h 36m
$67–383
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
7h 14m
$58–116
Drive 333.2 mi
1. Drive from Drake University to Chicagocar 333.2 mi
5h 36m
$61–88
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2h 13m
$92–523
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
8h 49m
$88–176

Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

77Weekly Planes

2h 5mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Drake University to Chicago.

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Distance: 321 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $45–100 and the journey takes 7h 5m.

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