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

The cheapest way to get from Wisconsin to Iowa City is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wisconsin to Iowa City is to drive which takes 4h 22m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Wisconsin and Iowa City?

No, there is no direct bus from Wisconsin station to Iowa City. However, there are services departing from Milwaukee Intermodal Station and arriving at Iowa City via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Wisconsin to Iowa City?

The distance between Wisconsin and Iowa City is 315 miles. The road distance is 259.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wisconsin to Iowa City without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 48m and costs $70 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Wisconsin to Iowa City, including transfers.

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

Wisconsin to Iowa City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Milwaukee Intermodal Station.

Where does the Wisconsin to Iowa City bus arrive?

Wisconsin to Iowa City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wisconsin to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Wisconsin to Iowa City is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 22m to drive from Wisconsin to Iowa City.

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 47+ hotels available in Iowa City.

Wisconsin to Iowa City - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Wisconsin to Iowa City by train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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 Milwaukee to Chicago Union StationHiawatha Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Iowa CityChicago
7h 48m
$72–141
Drive 258.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Milwaukee to Iowa City258.4 mi
4h 22m
$48–69
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)ORD - CID
5h 34m
$91–338
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0150S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Iowa CityChicago
7h 55m
$71–167
Bus via Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 DeparturesWisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Iowa CityChicago
8h 50m
$87–143

Wisconsin to Iowa City by train, foot, and bus

21Weekly Services

7h 48mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Wisconsin to Iowa City.

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Distance: 313.2 mi
Duration: 7h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Iowa City via Chicago in around 7h 55m.

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