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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Detroit is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Detroit is to fly which takes 7h and costs $70 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 15m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Detroit?

The distance between Iowa City and Detroit is 520 miles. The road distance is 488.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Detroit without a car is to bus and train via Davenport which takes 11h 4m and costs $110 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 11h 4m to get from Iowa City to Detroit, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Iowa City to Detroit?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Detroit is to bus which takes 12h 15m and costs $75 - $230. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $70 - $370 and takes 7h.

Where does the Iowa City to Detroit bus arrive?

Iowa City to Detroit bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Iowa City and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Iowa City. It is currently 12:23 AM in Iowa City and 1:23 AM in Detroit.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Detroit is 489 miles. It takes approximately 8h 1m to drive from Iowa City to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 497+ hotels available in Detroit.

Iowa City to Detroit - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Iowa City to Detroit by bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, plane, or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train via Davenport
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Davenport
2. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicago
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroit
11h 4m
$115–283
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to Detroit
cheapest
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Detroit (DTW)CID - DTW
7h
$74–362
Bus
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to ChicagoDes Moines / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus StationGreyhound US0160
12h 15m
$78–227
Drive 485.7 mi
1. Drive from Iowa City to Detroit485.7 mi
8h 1m
$89–128
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to ChicagoDes Moines / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to DetroitWolverine
12h 9m
$93–267
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to ChicagoDes Moines / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus StationFlixBus 2552
14h 15m
$102–287
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Moline
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Detroit (DTW)MLI - DTW
8h 46m
$80–363
Bus to Des Moines, fly to Detroit
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moines
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)DSM - DTW
7h 21m
$199–885
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to Bishop International Airport, bus
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)CID - FNT
2. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Station
8h 18m
$88–384

Iowa City to Detroit by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

11h 4mAverage Duration

$115Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Iowa City to Detroit.

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Distance: 517.1 mi
Duration: 11h 4m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Detroit Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station in around 12h 15m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Detroit (DTW) every 2 hours.

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