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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Topeka is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Topeka is to drive which takes 6h 5m and costs $65 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Topeka?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Topeka. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Topeka via Des Moines and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Topeka?

The distance between Iowa City and Topeka is 374 miles. The road distance is 368.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Topeka without a car is to bus which takes 8h 45m and costs $60 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Iowa City to Topeka, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa City to Topeka bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iowa City to Topeka?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Topeka is 368 miles. It takes approximately 6h 5m to drive from Iowa City to Topeka.

Where can I stay near Topeka?

There are 32+ hotels available in Topeka.

Iowa City to Topeka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Iowa City to Topeka by bus (Greyhound), bus, taxi, train, 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 Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Topekabus
8h 45m
$64–173
Bus, taxi, train
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Moline Center Stationbus
2. Take the taxi from Kennedy Sq Shelter to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtaxi
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Topeka Stationtrain
10h 55m
$161–314
Drive 365.9 mi
1. Drive from Iowa City to Topekacar 365.9 mi
6h 5m
$67–97
Bus, fly, drive
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane CID - MHK
3. Drive from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Topekacar
9h 43m

Iowa City to Topeka by bus

14Weekly Buses

8h 45mAverage Duration

$64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 371.5 mi
Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Topeka, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Topeka via Des Moines and Kansas City Bus Station in around 8h 45m.

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