What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs is to bus via Des Moines which costs $40 - $90 and takes 8h 44m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Falls and Council Bluffs?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs. However, there are services departing from Main St and W 18th St and arriving at Broadway & 28th SW via Waterloo, Des Moines and Farnam St & 18th NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

How far is it from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs?

The distance between Cedar Falls and Council Bluffs is 253 miles. The road distance is 233.5 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs without a car is to bus which takes 7h 13m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs?

It takes approximately 7h 13m to get from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs bus from?

Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Waterloo station.

Bus or fly from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs?

The best way to get from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs is to bus which takes 7h 13m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $550 and takes 4h 38m.

Where does the Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs bus arrive?

Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs.

Where can I stay near Council Bluffs?

There are 265+ hotels available in Council Bluffs.

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There are 4 ways to get from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffs by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Btw 1209
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omahabus Btw 1201 / ...
7h 13m
Drive 232.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Falls to Council Bluffscar 232.1 mi
4h 14m
$43–62
Fly
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Omaha (OMA)plane ALO - OMA
4h 38m
$126–509
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0154
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
8h 44m
$44–88

Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Omaha (OMA) flights

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.1 mi
Duration: 7h 13m

What companies run services between Cedar Falls, IA, USA and Council Bluffs, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Main St and W 18th St to Broadway & 28th SW via Central Transfer, Waterloo, Des Moines, Omaha, and Farnam St & 18th NE in around 7h 13m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Omaha (OMA) twice daily.

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