Previously seen journeys
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Iowa City | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | New York Port Authority | Iowa City | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Chinatown | Iowa City | No tags | ||||
| Bus | New York Port Authority | Iowa City | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave) | Iowa City | No tags |
Get from New York City to Iowa City
The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 1 721, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in New York City and Iowa City?
Stops in New York City
- A4211 Broadway, New York, NY 10033, USA
- B
Chinatown
122 Allen St, New York, NY 10002-3004 - C40-42, 625 8th Ave, New York, NY 10018, USA
- D
11th Ave (between W35th and W36th Street)
428-436 11th Ave, Stop across from Javits Convention Center, New York, NY 10018, USA - E127 E Broadway, New York, NY 10002, USA
- F
34th St & 9th Ave
367 W 34th St, New York, NY 10001, USA
Stops in Iowa City
- A
Court Street Bus Station
170 E Court St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from New York City to Iowa City by bus
How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Iowa City cost?
The bus ticket price from New York City to Iowa City starts at R 1 721. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Iowa City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from New York City to Iowa City?
The average travel time between New York City and Iowa City is around 1d 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1470 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Iowa City?
The number of buses from New York City to Iowa City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 12 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Iowa City by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from New York City to Iowa City?
When taking the bus from New York City to Iowa City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Iowa City?
Buses travelling between New York City and Iowa City leave from GW Bridge or Chinatown and arrive at Court Street Bus Station.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from New York City to Iowa City was searched and found on 26 Nov 2025 with a price of R 2 911To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Iowa City as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 2 911 to R 5 155 for a bus ticket from New York City to Iowa City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 2 911, which is on 2025-11-26.
