What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Altoona?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Altoona is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Altoona?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Altoona is to subway and fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $130 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Altoona?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Altoona. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Des Moines via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Chicago to Altoona?

The distance between Chicago and Altoona is 332 miles. The road distance is 324.2 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Altoona without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Altoona without a car is to bus which takes 6h 42m and costs $65 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Altoona?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Chicago to Altoona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Altoona bus from?

Chicago to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Chicago to Altoona?

The best way to get from Chicago to Altoona is to fly which takes 3h 37m and costs $110 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $120 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Chicago to Altoona bus arrive?

Chicago to Altoona bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Altoona?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Altoona is 324 miles. It takes approximately 5h 20m to drive from Chicago to Altoona.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chicago to Altoona?

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Where can I stay near Altoona?

There are 209+ hotels available in Altoona.

Chicago to Altoona - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and subway

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

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Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
3h 37m
$112–540
Drive 322.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Altoonacar 322.4 mi
5h 20m
$59–85
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
6h 42m
$68–117
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Adams/Wabash to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
3h 19m
$132–700
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
8h 43m
$100–188

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

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Distance: 330.3 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moines 5 times a day. Tickets cost $50–95 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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