What is the cheapest way to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids?

The fastest way to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $40 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between O'Hare and Cedar Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids. However, there are services departing from Chicago and arriving at GTC Bay 9 via Court St Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids?

The distance between O'Hare and Cedar Rapids is 210 miles. The road distance is 222.4 miles.

How do I travel from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids without a car is to bus which takes 7h 56m and costs .

How long does it take to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids, including transfers.

Where do I catch the O'Hare to Cedar Rapids bus from?

O'Hare to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Chicago station.

Bus or fly from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids?

The best way to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids is to fly which takes 3h 47m and costs $40 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the O'Hare to Cedar Rapids bus arrive?

O'Hare to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Iowa City station.

Can I drive from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between O'Hare to Cedar Rapids is 222 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids.

Where can I stay near Cedar Rapids?

There are 47+ hotels available in Cedar Rapids.

O'Hare to Cedar Rapids - 6 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
3h 47m
$44–277
Drive 221.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from O'Hare to Cedar Rapidscar 221.2 mi
4h 14m
$41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Iowa Citybus Btw 1201 / ...
2. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus 380 Express
7h 56m
Fly to Burlington Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane ORD - BRL
2. Drive from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Cedar Rapidscar
4h 24m
$76–163
Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, drive
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane ORD - MSN
2. Drive from Madison-Airport-MSN to Cedar Rapidscar
5h 23m
$82–430
Bus via Naperville
1. Take the bus from Naperville to Iowa Citybus Btw 1209 / ...
2. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus 380 Express
8h 43m

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

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Distance: 209.1 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between O'Hare, IL, USA and Cedar Rapids, IA, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Cumberland to GTC Bay 9 via UIC-Halsted, Chicago, and Court St Transportation Center in around 7h 56m.

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How to get fromO'Hare to Cedar Rapidsby plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

There are 6 ways to get from O'Hare to Cedar Rapids by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport

Drive 221.2 mi

Bus

Fly to Burlington Municipal Airport, drive

Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, drive

Bus via Naperville