What is the cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Fort Madison?

The cheapest way to get from St. Louis to Fort Madison is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from St. Louis to Fort Madison?

The fastest way to get from St. Louis to Fort Madison is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from St. Louis to Fort Madison?

The distance between St. Louis and Fort Madison is 272 miles. The road distance is 199.6 miles.

How do I travel from St. Louis to Fort Madison without a car?

The best way to get from St. Louis to Fort Madison without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from St. Louis to Fort Madison?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from St. Louis to Fort Madison, including transfers.

Can I drive from St. Louis to Fort Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between St. Louis to Fort Madison is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from St. Louis to Fort Madison.

Where can I stay near Fort Madison?

There are 14+ hotels available in Fort Madison.

St. Louis to Fort Madison - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from St. Louis to Fort Madison by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Springfieldtrain
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Fort Madisontrain
6h 49m
Drive 198.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from St. Louis to Fort Madisoncar 198.4 mi
3h 38m
$37–53
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Springfield SMTD Transfer Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Fort Madisontrain
7h 32m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from St. Louis to Fort Madison.

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Distance: 270 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between St. Louis, MO, USA and Fort Madison, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from St. Louis to Fort Madison. However, you can take the train to Springfield, walk to Springfield, take the bus to Galesburg Amtrak Station, walk to Galesburg Amtrak Station, then take the train to Fort Madison. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Louis Bus Station to Fort Madison via Springfield SMTD Transfer Center, Transfer Center Stop B, Jefferson & 4th, Springfield, Galesburg Amtrak Station, and Galesburg Amtrak Station in around 7h 32m.

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