What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Mount Vernon?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago to Mount Vernon is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago to Mount Vernon?

The fastest way to get from Chicago to Mount Vernon is to fly which takes 3h 20m and costs $100 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago and Mount Vernon?

No, there is no direct bus from Chicago station to Mount Vernon. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Iowa City via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Chicago to Mount Vernon?

The distance between Chicago and Mount Vernon is 246 miles. The road distance is 209.1 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago to Mount Vernon without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago to Mount Vernon without a car is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $110 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Chicago to Mount Vernon?

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Chicago to Mount Vernon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago to Mount Vernon bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Chicago to Mount Vernon?

The best way to get from Chicago to Mount Vernon is to bus which takes 4h 45m and costs $110 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $360 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Chicago to Mount Vernon bus arrive?

Chicago to Mount Vernon bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Iowa City station.

Can I drive from Chicago to Mount Vernon?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago to Mount Vernon is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Chicago to Mount Vernon.

Where can I stay near Mount Vernon?

There are 41+ hotels available in Mount Vernon.

Chicago to Mount Vernon - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Chicago to Mount Vernon by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
4h 45m
$114–164
Drive 207.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago to Mount Vernoncar 207.9 mi
3h 58m
$38–55
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
3h 20m
$102–360
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane ORD - ALO
2. Drive from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Mount Vernoncar
4h 33m
$56–305

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244.6 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa City twice daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) every 3 hours.

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