What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 11h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 3m and costs $220 - $800.

How far is it from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids?

The distance between Iowa State University and Elk Rapids is 536 miles. The road distance is 642.8 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 11m and costs $190 - $440.

How long does it take to get from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids?

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Iowa State University and Elk Rapids?

Elk Rapids is 1h ahead of Iowa State University. It is currently 5:46 PM in Iowa State University and 6:46 PM in Elk Rapids.

Can I drive from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa State University to Elk Rapids is 643 miles. It takes approximately 11h 21m to drive from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids.

Where can I stay near Elk Rapids?

There are 414+ hotels available in Elk Rapids.

Iowa State University to Elk Rapids - 8 ways to travel via train, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids by taxi, plane, bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Taxi to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Iowa State University to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Traverse City (TVC)FOD - TVC
6h 10m
$253–569
Bus to Mason City, fly
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ames to Mason City
2. Fly from Mason City (MCW) to Traverse City (TVC)MCW - TVC
8h 3m
$113–447
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazoo
4. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse City, MI
18h 11m
$199–432
Bus, train via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Ames to St. Paul
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station
4. Take the bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse City, MI
23h 6m
$206–591
Drive 639.1 mi
1. Drive from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids639.1 mi
11h 21m
$117–169
Shuttle to Des Moines, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ames, IA - Iowa State University to Des Moines International Airport, IA
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Traverse City (TVC)DSM - TVC
6h 3m
$227–800
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stop
4. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse City, MI
19h 28m
$162–396
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moines
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station
4. Take the bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse City, MI
19h 41m
$168–406

Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Traverse City (TVC) flights

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Map of how to get from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids.

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Distance: 533.3 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

What companies run services between Iowa State University, IA, USA and Elk Rapids, MI, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Iowa State University to Elk Rapids via Ames, Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, Kalamazoo, MI, and Traverse City, MI in around 19h 28m.

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