Bus from Iowa City to Chicago: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Iowa City to Chicago on November 30
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Iowa City
Downtown Greyhound StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Iowa City
Downtown Greyhound StationFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Iowa City
Downtown Greyhound StationNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Iowa City
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
Iowa City
Chicago 95Th & Dan RyanNo tags

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Get from Iowa City to Chicago

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $37, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

7bus per day
5h 45mAverage Duration
202 milesDistance
8kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

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

    The cheapest bus tickets from Iowa City to Chicago start from $37. The average price for this route is around $49. 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 ride from Iowa City to Chicago?

    The average bus trip duration from Iowa City to Chicago is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 202 miles (326 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Burlington Trailways.

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

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

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

    The earliest bus departs from Iowa City to Chicago at 1:20am. And the latest bus departs at 4:00pm.

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

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

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

    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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Iowa City to Chicago?

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

  8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Iowa City to Chicago?

    According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Iowa City to Chicago?

    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
11/25
$113
11/26
$113
Today
$58
11/28
$64
11/29
$60
11/30
$62
12/01
$40
12/02
$35
busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Iowa City to Chicago was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $35

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 Chicago, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $35 to $113 for a bus ticket from Iowa City to Chicago based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2025-12-02.

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