What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Cedar Falls?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Cedar Falls is to bus which costs $50 - $95 and takes 8h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Cedar Falls?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Cedar Falls is to fly which takes 3h 13m and costs $50 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Cedar Falls?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Cedar Falls. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Main St and W 18th St via Central Transfer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 15m.

How far is it from Chicago to Cedar Falls?

The distance between Chicago and Cedar Falls is 256 miles. The road distance is 277 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Cedar Falls without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Cedar Falls without a car is to bus which takes 8h 15m and costs $50 - $95.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Cedar Falls?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Chicago to Cedar Falls, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Cedar Falls bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Cedar Falls?

The best way to get from Chicago to Cedar Falls is to fly which takes 3h 13m and costs $50 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $95 and takes 8h 15m.

Where does the Chicago to Cedar Falls bus arrive?

Chicago to Cedar Falls bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Cedar Falls?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Cedar Falls is 277 miles. It takes approximately 5h 22m to drive from Chicago to Cedar Falls.

Where can I stay near Cedar Falls?

There are 45+ hotels available in Cedar Falls.

Chicago to Cedar Falls - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chicago to Cedar Falls by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane ORD - ALO
3h 13m
$52–294
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
8h 15m
$50–93
Drive 275.4 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Cedar Fallscar 275.4 mi
5h 22m
$51–73
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Cedar Fallscar
4h 14m
$50–294
Fly to Mason City, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Mason City (MCW)plane ORD - MCW
2. Drive from Mason-City-Airport-MCW to Cedar Fallscar
4h 54m
$58–308
Fly to Rochester, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Rochester (RST)plane ORD - RST
2. Drive from Rochester-Airport-RST to Cedar Fallscar
5h 22m
$62–315

Chicago to Cedar Falls by bus (Greyhound)

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8h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 255 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

American Airlines flies from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) twice daily. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Waterloo 5 times a week. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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