What is the cheapest way to get from Omaha to Cedar Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Omaha to Cedar Rapids is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 24m.

What is the fastest way to get from Omaha to Cedar Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Omaha to Cedar Rapids is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Omaha and Cedar Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Omaha to Cedar Rapids. However, there are services departing from Omaha and arriving at GTC Bay 9 via Court St Transportation Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Omaha to Cedar Rapids?

The distance between Omaha and Cedar Rapids is 281 miles. The road distance is 250.5 miles.

How do I travel from Omaha to Cedar Rapids without a car?

The best way to get from Omaha to Cedar Rapids without a car is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Omaha to Cedar Rapids?

It takes approximately 5h 51m to get from Omaha to Cedar Rapids, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Omaha to Cedar Rapids bus from?

Omaha to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Omaha station.

Bus or fly from Omaha to Cedar Rapids?

The best way to get from Omaha to Cedar Rapids is to bus which takes 5h 51m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $650 and takes 6h 32m.

Where does the Omaha to Cedar Rapids bus arrive?

Omaha to Cedar Rapids bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Iowa City station.

Can I drive from Omaha to Cedar Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Omaha to Cedar Rapids is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Omaha to Cedar Rapids.

Where can I stay near Cedar Rapids?

There are 58+ hotels available in Cedar Rapids.

Omaha to Cedar Rapids - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Omaha to Cedar Rapids 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 Omaha to Iowa CityOmaha
2. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9380 Express
5h 51m
Drive 249.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Omaha to Cedar Rapids249.1 mi
4h 24m
$46–66
Fly
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)OMA - CID
6h 32m
$98–603

Omaha (OMA) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

91Weekly Planes

5h 43mAverage Duration

$97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.2 mi
Duration: 5h 51m

What companies run services between Omaha, NE, USA and Cedar Rapids, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Omaha to GTC Bay 9 via Court St Transportation Center in around 5h 51m. Alternatively, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Omaha (OMA) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) hourly.

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