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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | North Lake St | Iowa City | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Iowa City | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | North Lake St | Iowa City | No tags | ||||
FlixBus + Greyhound | Bus | Dutch Mill Park & Ride | Iowa City | No tags | ||||
Greyhound + FlixBus | Bus | North Lake St | Iowa City | No tags |
Get from Madison to Iowa City
The journey takes about 9 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $59, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Madison and Iowa City?
Stops in Madison
- A
UW Memorial Union
800 Langdon Street, Madison, WI 53715, USA - B
Dutch Mill Park & Ride
4 Collins Ct, Madison, WI 53716, USA
Stops in Iowa City
- A
Court Street Bus Station
170 E Court St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA
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Founded in 1919, Jefferson Lines provides bus services across the Midwest in the US. Their buses have WiFi, USB plugs, bathrooms, reclining seats, reading lights and GPS tracking. Tickets are non-refundable, but you can change the date by paying a fee. Known for their affordable prices and convenient schedules, if you're looking to travel in the Midwest, Jefferson Lines is the way to go.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Madison, WI to Iowa City by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Madison to Iowa City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Madison to Iowa City start from $59. The average price for this route is around $96. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Madison to Iowa City?
The average bus trip duration from Madison to Iowa City is 9h 30m, covering a distance of 149 miles (240 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 15h 10m and is operated by Jefferson Lines.
Which bus companies service the Madison to Iowa City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 2 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Madison to Iowa City?
The earliest bus departs from Madison to Iowa City at 6:45am. And the latest bus departs at 10:20am.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Madison to Iowa City?
A bus trip from Madison to Iowa City generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Madison, WI to Iowa City was searched and found on Feb 5, 2026 with a price of $168To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Madison, WI to Iowa City, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $168 to $179 for a bus ticket from Madison, WI to Iowa City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $168 which is on 2026-02-05.
