What is the cheapest way to get from Aspen to Iowa City?

The cheapest way to get from Aspen to Iowa City is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 15h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aspen to Iowa City?

The fastest way to get from Aspen to Iowa City is to fly and bus which takes 9h 33m and costs $90 - $450.

Is there a direct bus between Aspen and Iowa City?

No, there is no direct bus from Aspen to Iowa City. However, there are services departing from Paepcke Park and arriving at Iowa City via West Glenwood Park & Ride and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 44m.

How far is it from Aspen to Iowa City?

The distance between Aspen and Iowa City is 863 miles. The road distance is 939.1 miles.

How do I travel from Aspen to Iowa City without a car?

The best way to get from Aspen to Iowa City without a car is to bus which takes 22h 44m and costs $170 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Aspen to Iowa City?

It takes approximately 8h 57m to get from Aspen to Iowa City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aspen to Iowa City bus from?

Aspen to Iowa City bus services, operated by RFTA, depart from Paepcke Park station.

Where does the Aspen to Iowa City bus arrive?

Aspen to Iowa City bus services, operated by RFTA, arrive at West Glenwood Park & Ride station.

What is the time difference between Aspen and Iowa City?

Iowa City is 1h ahead of Aspen. It is currently 1:02 AM in Aspen and 2:02 AM in Iowa City.

Can I drive from Aspen to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Aspen to Iowa City is 939 miles. It takes approximately 15h 46m to drive from Aspen to Iowa City.

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 54+ hotels available in Iowa City.

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Fly Aspen–Pitkin County Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ASE - CID
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
8h 57m
Fly Aspen–Pitkin County Airport to Quad City International Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane ASE - MLI
2. Take the bus from Moline Center Station to Iowa Citybus
9h 33m
$93–449
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paepcke Park to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus Brt / ...
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Iowa Citybus
22h 44m
$170–260
Drive 933.7 mi
1. Drive from Aspen to Iowa Citycar 933.7 mi
15h 46m
$160–231
Drive to Gunnison County Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Drive from Aspen to Gunnison County Airport (GUC)car
2. Fly from Gunnison County Airport (GUC) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane GUC - CID
3. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
12h 49m

Aspen to Iowa City by bus

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Distance: 858 mi
Duration: 8h 57m

What companies run services between Aspen, CO, USA and Iowa City, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Paepcke Park to Iowa City via West Glenwood Park & Ride and Denver Union Station in around 22h 44m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Aspen to Iowa City by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

Fly Aspen–Pitkin County Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus

Fly Aspen–Pitkin County Airport to Quad City International Airport, bus

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Drive 933.7 mi

Drive to Gunnison County Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus