What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Madison to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Madison to Elgin is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Madison to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from Fort Madison to Elgin is to fly and bus which takes 3h 27m and costs $140 - $200.

Is there a direct train between Fort Madison and Elgin?

No, there is no direct train from Fort Madison to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Fort Madison and arriving at Elgin via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Fort Madison to Elgin?

The distance between Fort Madison and Elgin is 232 miles. The road distance is 230.9 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Madison to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Madison to Elgin without a car is to train which takes 6h 12m and costs $60 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Fort Madison to Elgin?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Fort Madison to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Madison to Elgin train from?

Fort Madison to Elgin train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Fort Madison station.

Where does the Fort Madison to Elgin train arrive?

Fort Madison to Elgin train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Fort Madison to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Madison to Elgin is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Fort Madison to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 136+ hotels available in Elgin.

Fort Madison to Elgin - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort Madison to Elgin by plane, bus, train (Amtrak), or car

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Fly from Burlington Municipal Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BRL - ORD
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Dbus
3h 27m
$141–194
Drive 229.5 mi
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1. Drive from Fort Madison to Elgincar 229.5 mi
4h 17m
$42–61
Train
1. Take the train from Fort Madison to Chicago Union Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elgintrain Md-W
6h 12m
$61–145
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from Fort Madison to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station - Bus Stop D to Elgin Transportation Center - Bus Stop Dbus
4h 51m
$53–266

Fort Madison to Elgin by train

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6h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.7 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Fort Madison, IA, USA and Elgin, IL, USA?

You can take a train from Fort Madison to Elgin via Chicago Union Station in around 6h 12m.

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