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

The cheapest way to get from Fort Madison to Elkhart is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort Madison to Elkhart is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $200 - $550.

Is there a direct train between Fort Madison and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Madison to Elkhart station. However, there are services departing from Fort Madison and arriving at Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Fort Madison to Elkhart?

The distance between Fort Madison and Elkhart is 320 miles. The road distance is 325.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Madison to Elkhart without a car is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs $45 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Fort Madison to Elkhart, including transfers.

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

Fort Madison to Elkhart train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fort Madison station.

Train or fly from Fort Madison to Elkhart?

The best way to get from Fort Madison to Elkhart is to train which takes 7h 14m and costs $45 - $160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $200 - $550 and takes 5h 7m.

What is the time difference between Fort Madison and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Fort Madison. It is currently 7:49 AM in Fort Madison and 8:49 AM in Elkhart.

Where does the Fort Madison to Elkhart train arrive?

Fort Madison to Elkhart train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Fort Madison to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Madison to Elkhart is 325 miles. It takes approximately 6h 23m to drive from Fort Madison to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 210+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Fort Madison to Elkhart - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 7 ways to get from Fort Madison to Elkhart by train (Amtrak), car, plane, 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.

Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Fort Madison to Chicago Union StationSouthwest Chief
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
7h 14m
$49–153
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fort Madison to Chicago Union StationSouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INChicago
9h 8m
$37–144
Drive 323.4 mi
1. Drive from Fort Madison to Elkhart323.4 mi
6h 23m
$59–86
Fly Burlington Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)BRL - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station
5h 22m
$114–190
Fly Burlington Municipal Airport to South Bend
1. Fly from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to South Bend (SBN)BRL - SBN
5h 7m
$206–510
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to South Bend
1. Take the train from Fort Madison to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to South Bend (SBN)ORD - SBN
7h 46m
$125–473
Bus to Quincy Regional Airport, fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Fort Madison to Quincy
2. Fly from Quincy Regional Airport (UIN) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)UIN - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station
7h 48m
$137–289

Fort Madison to Elkhart by train (Amtrak)

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7h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 318.1 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

What companies run services between Fort Madison, IA, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

You can take a train from Fort Madison to Elkhart Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, Corporate Flight Management Inc and United Airlines fly from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to South Bend (SBN) twice daily.

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