Bus from Chicago to Iowa City: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Chicago to Iowa City on 28 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Iowa CityCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Iowa CityFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Iowa CityNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Chicago 95Th & Dan Ryan
Iowa CityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Downtown Greyhound Station
Iowa CityNo tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 06:35 CST.

Get from Chicago to Iowa City

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just £22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
6h 40mAverage duration
202 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Chicago to Iowa City

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

  1. How much is the bus ticket from Chicago to Iowa City?

    The cheapest coach tickets from Chicago to Iowa City start from £22. The average price for this route is around £36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

  2. How long is the bus journey from Chicago to Iowa City?

    The average bus journey time from Chicago to Iowa City is 6h 40m, covering a distance of 202 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 9m and is operated by Greyhound.

  3. Which bus companies service the Chicago to Iowa City route?

    Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Burlington Trailways, Greyhound, Jefferson Lines, FlixBus.

  4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Chicago to Iowa City?

    The earliest bus departs from Chicago to Iowa City at 04:45. And the latest bus departs at 23:50.

  5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Chicago to Iowa City?

    A bus journey from Chicago to Iowa City produces an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

  6. Which is the best bus company from Chicago to Iowa City?

    According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars based on 20 reviews.

  7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Chicago to Iowa City?

    Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Burlington Trailways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

  8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Chicago to Iowa City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

  9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Chicago to Iowa City?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Burlington Trailways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
25/11
£35
26/11
£35
Today
£50
28/11
£52
29/11
£56
30/11
£88
01/12
£35
02/12
£30
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Chicago to Iowa City was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £30

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Chicago to Iowa City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £30 to £88 for a bus ticket from Chicago to Iowa City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £30, which is on 2025-12-02.

Usually Greyhound will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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