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

The cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $40 - $60.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 28th NE and arriving at Main St and W 18th St via Omaha, NE, Des Moines and Central Transfer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls?

The distance between Council Bluffs and Cedar Falls is 268 miles. The road distance is 233.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls without a car is to bus which takes 8h 47m and costs $50 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 8h 47m to get from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls, including transfers.

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

Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Omaha, NE station.

Bus or fly from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls?

The best way to get from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls is to bus which takes 8h 47m and costs $50 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $85 - $430 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls?

Yes, the driving distance between Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls.

Where can I stay near Cedar Falls?

There are 45+ hotels available in Cedar Falls.

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
8h 47m
$50–78
Drive 231.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Council Bluffs to Cedar Fallscar 231.9 mi
4h 16m
$41–60
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane OMA - ALO
7h 37m
$88–422
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane OMA - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Cedar Fallscar
7h 19m
$75–401

Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls by bus and foot (Greyhound)

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8h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 266.8 mi
Duration: 8h 47m

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

You can take a bus from Broadway & 28th NE to Main St and W 18th St via Farnam St & 18th NE, Omaha, NE, Des Moines, Waterloo, and Central Transfer in around 8h 47m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Omaha (OMA) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) 3 times a day.

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