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

The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Iowa City start from $124. The average price for this route is around $186. 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 Washington to Iowa City?

The average bus trip duration from Washington to Iowa City is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 787 miles (1269 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 35m and is operated by Greyhound .

Which bus companies service the Washington to Iowa City route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound , FlixBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Washington to Iowa City at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.

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

A bus trip from Washington to Iowa City generates an estimated 32 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 Washington 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 87387 reviews.

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

According to Busbud traveller 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 Washington to Iowa City?

According to Busbud traveller 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 Washington to Iowa City from $124 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Washington to Iowa City on November 30
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
	Bus	6:00am	Union Station	1d 8h	1:35pm	Iowa City	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:30am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	2d 8h	1:35pm	Iowa City	No tags
FlixBus + Greyhound	Bus	6:30am	Arlington (Rosslyn), 1001 Wilson Blvd.	2d 8h	1:35pm	Iowa City	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	11:45am	Dupont Circle	2d 2h	1:35pm	Iowa City	No tags
Greyhound + FlixBus	Bus	6:30pm	Bethesda - 4550 Montgomery Ave	1d 20h	1:35pm	Iowa City	No tags

Get from Washington to Iowa City

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 5 minutes and with fares starting at just $124, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

787 milesDistance

32kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Washington and Iowa City?

Stops in Washington

A
Union Station
6 Union Station Dr NE, Washington, DC 20002, USA
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B
Dupont Circle
1500 20th St NW, Washington, DC 20036, USA
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C
Metro Center Station
663 11th St NW, Washington, D.C., DC 20004, USA
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D
L’Enfant Plaza
In front of McDonald's, 400 C St SW, Washington, DC 20024, USA
E
10th Street NW
Charter bus loading zone in front of Madame Tussaud's, 610 10th St NW, Washington, DC 20001, USA
F
Foggy Bottom
1905 G St NW, Washington, DC 20431, USA

Stops in Iowa City

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

Compare bus companies

Greyhound

3.5/587,409 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.4

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

3.5/511,483 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

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, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Washington, DC, US 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 Washington to Iowa City?
The cheapest bus tickets from Washington to Iowa City start from $124. The average price for this route is around $186. 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 Washington to Iowa City?
The average bus trip duration from Washington to Iowa City is 1d 7h, covering a distance of 787 miles (1269 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 23h 35m and is operated by Greyhound.
Which bus companies service the Washington to Iowa City route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 9 buses available per day, including services from Greyhound, FlixBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Washington to Iowa City?
The earliest bus departs from Washington to Iowa City at 5:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Washington to Iowa City?
A bus trip from Washington to Iowa City generates an estimated 32 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 Washington 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 87387 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Washington 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 Washington to Iowa City?
According to Busbud traveller 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 Washington to Iowa City?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.