How to get from Fort Madison to Grand View University by bus and train?

From Fort Madison to Grand View University by bus and train

To get from Fort Madison to Grand View University in Des Moines, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the SOUTHWEST CHIEF train from Fort Madison station to Galesburg Amtrak Station station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR train and finally take the GREYHOUND US0157S bus from Ottumwa Bus Stop station to Des Moines station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 12 hr 45 min. The bus and train schedule from Fort Madison may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Grand View University on the Moovit app.

765min
Train - SOUTHWEST CHIEFSOUTHWEST CHIEF
Train - CALIFORNIA ZEPHYRCALIFORNIA ZEPHYR
Bus - GREYHOUND US0157SGREYHOUND US0157S
Walk to Grand View University
Leaves from Fort Madison

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Fort Madison
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHWEST CHIEFSOUTHWEST CHIEF
    Wait for train
    SOUTHWEST CHIEF
    Chicago
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Galesburg Amtrak Station
    ID GBB
    64 min
  • 4
    Train - CALIFORNIA ZEPHYRCALIFORNIA ZEPHYR
    Wait for train
    CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR
    Emeryville
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ottumwa Amtrak Station
    ID OTM
    134 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ottumwa Bus Stop
    ID OTU6
    470 yd • 6 min
  • 7
    Bus - GREYHOUND US0157SGREYHOUND US0157S
    Wait for bus
    GREYHOUND US0157S
    Des Moines
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Des Moines
    ID DSM6
    110 min
  • 9
    Walk to Grand View University
    Walk to
    Grand View University
    Idaho Street
    1.03 mi • 21 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Fort Madison to Grand View University

The distance between Fort Madison, Des Moines and Grand View University, Des Moines is approximately 251.87 mi, which can typically be travelled in 765 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Fort Madison to Grand View University by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Des Moines – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Fort Madison to Grand View University

To check the bus and train schedule from Fort Madison to Grand View University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Fort Madison) and destination (Grand View University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Fort Madison to Grand View University?

    The fastest way takes 765 minutes, using Train line SOUTHWEST CHIEF, Train line CALIFORNIA ZEPHYR, Bus line GREYHOUND US0157S.

  • Is there a direct train between Fort Madison and Grand View University in Des Moines?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 12 hr 45 min.

  • Which train line goes from Fort Madison to Grand View University in Des Moines?

    The SOUTHWEST CHIEF train line goes from Galesburg Amtrak Station near Fort Madison to Ottumwa Amtrak Station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Ottumwa Amtrak Station near Grand View University in Des Moines.

  • How long does it take to travel from Fort Madison to Grand View University in Des Moines by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Fort Madison and Grand View University in Des Moines by train and bus is about 12 hr 45 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Fort Madison to get to Grand View University in Des Moines?

    Get on the SOUTHWEST CHIEF train from the Galesburg Amtrak Station near Fort Madison in Des Moines.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Fort Madison and Grand View University in Des Moines?

    Get off the train at the Ottumwa Amtrak Station, which is closest to Grand View University in Des Moines.

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