Travel & Transportation Services in Eau Claire
Eau Claire, WI is located in the west-central part of Wisconsin right off I-94 and only 90 miles from the Minneapolis International Airport with direct flights also coming from the Chicago-O'Hare Airport. There is no need for a headache over figuring out how you're going to get here and get around. Explore these hassle-free transportation options like car rentals, shuttles, and others.
Getting Here
By Air
The Chippewa Valley Regional Airport offers direct flights arriving from and departing to the Chicago-O'Hare Airport daily. Make sure you check out the Hangar 54 Grill for a delicious pre/post-travel meal here too.
Shuttle from Airport
The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is about a 1.5-hour drive away from Eau Claire and services like Landline, Green Fleet or Groome Transportation offer sustainable transportation options to and from this airport to get you to your desired destination.
By Car
Eau Claire is located in the west-central part of Wisconsin right off I-94 making it a fairly laid-back ride from other large midwestern cities like Milwaukee, WI, Chicago, IL, Madison, WI, Minneapolis, MN, Duluth, MN, Rochester, MN, and many others. If you're planning a road trip, check out some of the cool places you can stop along the way with our road trip itineraries.
By Bus
There are several bus companies that take travelers to and from Eau Claire, WI like Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, and Amtrak. Click each company to find their ride schedules.
Getting Around Eau Claire
Parking
Learn more about free parking lots, metered parking, and general parking regulations in downtown Eau Claire here and use this map to help you find a space near your final destination.
Eau Claire Transit
Eau Claire transit is an option for your transportation needs and it can take you to stops found throughout most of the city. Learn more about fares, passes, maps, and schedules here.
Walk
If you're staying in downtown Eau Claire, you are within walking distance to several shops, coffee shops, restaurants, breweries, and other attractions. Use this map to help you navigate through the city or pull up your favorite map app and choose "walk" as your mode of transportation.
Uber/Lyft/Taxi
Explore all of Eau Claire's taxi's services on the listing grid below or use the popular Uber or Lyft services to schedule a ride when you need it.
Bike
Getting around by bicycle is actually super popular in Eau Claire and the entire Chippewa Valley because our trail systems connect and extend into other counties. Use this Chippewa Valley Bike Map to help navigate your next pedal through Eau Claire.