What is the cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa?

The cheapest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa?

The fastest way to get from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Cedar Rapids and Ottawa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa. However, there are services departing from GTC Bay 9 and arriving at Oglesby via Iowa City and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

How far is it from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa?

The distance between Cedar Rapids and Ottawa is 366 miles. The road distance is 183.4 miles.

How do I travel from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa without a car?

The best way to get from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa without a car is to bus and train and taxi which takes 9h 49m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa?

It takes approximately 9h 49m to get from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cedar Rapids to Ottawa bus from?

Cedar Rapids to Ottawa bus services, operated by 380Express, depart from GTC Bay 9 station.

Where does the Cedar Rapids to Ottawa bus arrive?

Cedar Rapids to Ottawa bus services, operated by 380Express, arrive at Court St Transportation Center station.

Can I drive from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cedar Rapids to Ottawa is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa.

Where can I stay near Ottawa?

There are 35+ hotels available in Ottawa.

Cedar Rapids to Ottawa - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Cedar Rapids to Ottawa by bus, train, taxi, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, train, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mendota Stationtrain
4. Take the taxi from Mendota Station to Ottawataxi
9h 49m
Drive 182.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cedar Rapids to Ottawacar 182.4 mi
3h 5m
$34–49
Bus
1. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Oglesbybus
11h 47m

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Distance: 363.5 mi
Duration: 9h 49m

What companies run services between Cedar Rapids, IA, USA and Ottawa, IL, USA?

You can take a bus from GTC Bay 9 to Ottawa via Iowa City, Chicago Bus Station, and Oglesby in around 11h 47m.

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