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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Iowa City is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Iowa City is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Iowa City?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Iowa City. However, there are services departing from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center and arriving at Iowa City via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 39m.

How far is it from Springfield to Iowa City?

The distance between Springfield and Iowa City is 410 miles. The road distance is 207.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Iowa City without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 37m and costs $50 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 37m to get from Springfield to Iowa City, including transfers.

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

Springfield to Iowa City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center station.

Where does the Springfield to Iowa City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Springfield to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Iowa City is 208 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Springfield to Iowa City.

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

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

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 49+ hotels available in Iowa City.

Springfield to Iowa City - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Springfield to Iowa City by train, bus, car, plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or taxi

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123 / ...
8h 37m
$51–136
Drive 206.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Iowa Citycar 206.7 mi
4h 21m
$38–55
Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane SPI - CID
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
7h 28m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2521 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123 / ...
9h 39m
$64–112
Fly Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport to Quad City International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane SPI - MLI
2. Take the bus from Moline Center Station to Iowa Citybus
8h 23m
$85–383
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Take the taxi from Springfield to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane DEC - CID
3. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
8h 4m

Springfield to Iowa City by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

8h 37mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springfield to Iowa City.

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Distance: 408.1 mi
Duration: 8h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Iowa City via Chicago Bus Station in around 9h 39m.

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