Find coaches from Iowa City to Waterloo, IA, US

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Bus Iowa City to Waterloo, IA, US: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$22
Average bus trip duration1h 25m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure14:05
Distance72 miles

Iowa City to Waterloo Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Waterloo from Iowa City, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Iowa City - Waterloo, IA, US

  1. What's the distance between Iowa City and Waterloo by coach?

    The distance between Iowa City and Waterloo by coach is approximately 72 miles (115 km).

  2. How can I get from Iowa City to Waterloo without driving?

    You can travel to Waterloo from Iowa City by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Iowa City to Waterloo, IA, US was searched and found on 16 Oct 2025 with a price of US$13

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

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Iowa City and Waterloo!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Iowa City to Waterloo, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Iowa City to Waterloo.

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Did you know?

It takes 27 hours to go by bus from Lima to Cusco, one of the craziest bus trips on the world. This route is used daily by locals and backpackers.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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