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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Iowa City is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Iowa City is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Iowa City?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Iowa City. However, there are services departing from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus and arriving at Iowa City via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

How far is it from Madison to Iowa City?

The distance between Madison and Iowa City is 393 miles. The road distance is 174.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Iowa City without a car is to bus via Chicago which takes 11h 2m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 11h 2m to get from Madison to Iowa City, including transfers.

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

Madison to Iowa City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Madison station.

Where does the Madison to Iowa City bus arrive?

Madison to Iowa City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Madison to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Iowa City is 174 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Madison to Iowa City.

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

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

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 46+ hotels available in Iowa City.

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

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

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

Bus via Chicago
best
1. Take the bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton Stbus Van Galder
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0155S
11h 2m
$62–116
Drive 173.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Madison to Iowa Citycar 173.1 mi
3h 17m
$32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Madison to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2548 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0155S
11h 5m
$62–112
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
2. Take the train from Milwaukee to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
11h 8m
$69–179

Madison to Iowa City by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

11h 2mAverage Duration

$62Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Madison to Iowa City.

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Distance: 390.3 mi
Duration: 11h 2m

What companies run services between Madison, WI, USA and Iowa City, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to Iowa City via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and Chicago Bus Station in around 11h 2m.

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