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 16m.

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 16m 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 Burlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 5m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Normal?

The distance between Iowa City and Normal is 209 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 which takes 5h 5m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m 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 Burlington Trailways, depart from Iowa City station.

Bus or fly from Iowa City to Normal?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Normal is to bus which takes 5h 5m and costs $60 - $130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $390 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Iowa City to Normal bus arrive?

Iowa City to Normal bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Burlington 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 16m to drive from Iowa City to Normal.

Where can I stay near Normal?

There are 44+ hotels available in Normal.

Iowa City to Normal - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Iowa City to Normal by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to BurlingtonCedar Rapids Airport
2. Take the bus from Burlington to Bloomington/NormalDenver
5h 5m
$64–129
Drive 185.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Normal185.7 mi
3h 16m
$34–49
Fly
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI)CID - BMI
6h 19m
$78–381

Iowa City to Normal by bus

7Weekly Buses

5h 5mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.4 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

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 Burlington in around 5h 5m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Central Illinois Regional Airport At Bloomington-Normal (BMI) 3 times a day.

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