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How to Travel from

Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$382.16

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Midway
Ave. Duration:
5h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$484.07

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$305.73

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Midway
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$522.28

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28

Chicago Transit (CTA)

Phone:
+1 888-968-7282
Website:
transitchicago.com/
Train from Clark/Lake to Midway
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.80–$5.86

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$229.29

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$166.94
Bus from Des Moines to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.13–$95.54
Bus from Burlington to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$54.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is to drive which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is to fly and subway which takes 2h 50m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Midway Orange Line Station via Harrison & Jefferson and Cicero & 24th Place. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 44m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

The distance between Des Moines and Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is 535 km. The road distance is 526.3 km.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) without a car is to bus which takes 6h 53m and costs $70.65 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) bus from?

Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is to fly which takes 4h 20m and costs $130.43 - $1086.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $152.17 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) bus arrive?

Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) is 526 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Des Moines to Chicago Midway Airport (MDW).

Where can I stay near Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)?

There are 1280+ hotels available in Chicago Midway Airport (MDW). Prices start at $65.98 per night.
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