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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Normal is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Normal is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Normal?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Normal. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Bloomington-Normal via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Normal?

The distance between Iowa City and Normal is 349 miles. The road distance is 186.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Normal without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 52m and costs $65 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 52m to get from Iowa City to Normal, including transfers.

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

Iowa City to Normal bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Iowa City station.

Where does the Iowa City to Normal bus arrive?

Iowa City to Normal bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Normal?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Normal is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Iowa City to Normal.

How do I get a bus ticket from Iowa City to Normal?

Book your Iowa City to Normal bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Normal.

Iowa City to Normal - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Iowa City to Normal by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
7h 52m
$66–145
Drive 185.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Normalcar 185.7 mi
3h 18m
$34–49
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Bloomington-Normalbus Greyhound US0157S
9h 20m
$63–130
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Oakbrook Mall to Watterson Commonsbus Peoria line
9h 44m
$85–138

Iowa City to Normal by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

7h 52mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Iowa City to Normal.

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Distance: 347.2 mi
Duration: 7h 52m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Normal, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Bloomington-Normal via Des Moines in around 9h 20m.

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