How much is the bus ticket from Philadelphia to Iowa City?

The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Iowa City start from $124. The average price for this route is around $138. 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 Philadelphia to Iowa City?

The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Iowa City is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 842 miles (1357 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 45m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Iowa City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Iowa City?

The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Iowa City at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Iowa City?

A bus trip from Philadelphia to Iowa City generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Iowa City?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Iowa City?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus , with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Iowa City?

According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Philadelphia to Iowa City from $119 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Iowa City on February 4
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	5:30pm	199 Spring Garden St.	23h 45m	4:15pm	Iowa City (Burlington Trailways)	CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus	Bus	12:05pm	199 Spring Garden St.	1d 2h	1:45pm	Iowa City	No tags
	Bus	2:00pm	Schuylkill & Walnut	1d 3h	4:15pm	Iowa City (Burlington Trailways)	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.	Bus	1:45pm	Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St	1d 3h	4:15pm	Iowa City (Burlington Trailways)	No tags
	Bus	1:25pm	Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)	1d 3h	4:15pm	Iowa City (Burlington Trailways)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 3:28 AM EST.

Get from Philadelphia to Iowa City

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

1d 4hAverage Duration

842 milesDistance

34kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Philadelphia and Iowa City?

Stops in Philadelphia

A
Philadelphia Airport
Visit page
B
Independence Travel Center
Off of Race Street between 5th Street and, N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA
Visit page
C
#2842 St.Vincent St
15th St Trolley Station, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA
D
Bus Station
1001 Filbert St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA
E
Island Av & Suffolk Av MBFS
3000 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153, USA
F
NRG SEPTA Station
3701 Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148, USA

Stops in Iowa City

A
Court Street Bus Station
170 E Court St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,519 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi2.5

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

FlixBus

3.5/512,177 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

US bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA 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 Philadelphia to Iowa City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Philadelphia to Iowa City start from $124. The average price for this route is around $138. 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 Philadelphia to Iowa City?
The average bus trip duration from Philadelphia to Iowa City is 1d 4h, covering a distance of 842 miles (1357 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 45m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Philadelphia to Iowa City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Philadelphia to Iowa City?
The earliest bus departs from Philadelphia to Iowa City at 2:00am. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Philadelphia to Iowa City?
A bus trip from Philadelphia to Iowa City generates an estimated 34 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Philadelphia to Iowa City?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Greyhound, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 87518 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Philadelphia to Iowa City?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Philadelphia to Iowa City?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Philadelphia to Iowa City?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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

02/01

$119

02/02

$119

Today

$119

02/04

$120

02/05

$120

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$120

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$120

02/08

$120

The cheapest trip from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa City was searched and found on Feb 1, 2026 with a price of $119

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

You can expect to pay from $119 to $224 for a bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $120 which is on 2026-02-04.