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

The cheapest way to get from Mount Vernon to Chicago is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h.

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

The fastest way to get from Mount Vernon to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs $130 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Vernon and Chicago?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Vernon to Chicago station. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Chicago Bus Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 15m.

How far is it from Mount Vernon to Chicago?

The distance between Mount Vernon and Chicago is 233 miles. The road distance is 209.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mount Vernon to Chicago without a car is to bus which takes 5h 15m and costs $110 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Mount Vernon to Chicago, including transfers.

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

Mount Vernon to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Iowa City station.

Bus or fly from Mount Vernon to Chicago?

The best way to get from Mount Vernon to Chicago is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs $130 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $170 and takes 5h 15m.

Where does the Mount Vernon to Chicago bus arrive?

Mount Vernon to Chicago bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Mount Vernon to Chicago?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Vernon to Chicago is 209 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Mount Vernon to Chicago.

Where can I stay near Chicago?

There are 1328+ hotels available in Chicago.

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

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Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport
best
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
2h 24m
$132–542
Drive 208.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mount Vernon to Chicagocar 208.1 mi
4h
$38–55
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
5h 15m
$111–161
Drive to Waterloo Municipal Airport, fly
1. Drive from Mount Vernon to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)car
2. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane ALO - ORD
3h 34m
$50–264

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

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1h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 231.6 mi
Duration: 2h 24m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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