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How to Travel from

Iowa City to Elgin

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$331.20
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$292.99
Plane from Waterloo Municipal Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$420.37–$535.02

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$280.25
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$331.20

Southern Airways Express

Website:
iflysouthern.com/
Plane from Burlington Municipal Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.87–$127.39

Bus operators

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Iowa City to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$56.05
Bus from Davenport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$101.91
Bus from Iowa City to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$48.41–$140.12
Bus from Iowa City to Naperville
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.23–$111.22
Bus from Iowa City to Moline
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.57–$58.60
Bus from Iowa City to Waterloo
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$70.06
Bus from Iowa City to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$63.69

Pace Bus

Phone:
+1(847) 364-7223
Website:
pacebus.com
Bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
37 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.33

Train operators

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Chicago Union Station to Elgin
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.33–$9.55

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Elgin?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Elgin is to drive which costs $33.70 - $50 and takes 3h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Elgin?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Elgin is to drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $33.70 - $50 .

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Elgin?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Elgin. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Elgin Transportation Center Bay 1 via Naperville Metra, Aurora Transportation Center Bay E and Geneva Metra Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 32m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Elgin?

The distance between Iowa City and Elgin is 442 km. The road distance is 309.8 km.

How do I travel from Iowa City to Elgin without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Elgin without a car is to bus and train via Davenport which takes 6h 37m and costs $70.65 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Elgin?

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Iowa City to Elgin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa City to Elgin bus from?

Iowa City to Elgin bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Iowa City station.

Where does the Iowa City to Elgin bus arrive?

Iowa City to Elgin bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Naperville Amtrak station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Elgin?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Elgin is 310 km. It takes approximately 3h 24m to drive from Iowa City to Elgin.

Where can I stay near Elgin?

There are 133+ hotels available in Elgin. Prices start at $38.21 per night.
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