Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa City: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Philadelphia to Iowa City on February 4
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Iowa City (Burlington Trailways)CheapestFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Bus
199 Spring Garden St.
Iowa CityNo tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Schuylkill & Walnut
Iowa City (Burlington Trailways)No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Bus
Philadelphia, 199 Spring Garden St
Iowa City (Burlington Trailways)No tags
Greyhound Lines, Inc.Bus
Camden (Walter Rand Transportation Center)
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

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.

  1. 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.

  2. 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.

  3. 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.

  4. 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.

  5. 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.

  6. 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.

  7. 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.

  8. 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.

  9. 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
02/06
$120
02/07
$120
02/08
$120
busbud logoThe 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.

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