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 - $65 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 - $65.

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, Des Moines and Central Transfer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

How far is it from Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls?

The distance between Council Bluffs and Cedar Falls is 251 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 7h 32m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h 32m 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 Burlington Trailways, depart from Omaha 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 7h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $480 and takes 7h 16m.

Where does the Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls bus arrive?

Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, 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 48+ hotels available in Cedar Falls.

Council Bluffs to Cedar Falls - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Des Moinesbus Btw 1202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Btw 1210
7h 32m
Drive 231.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Council Bluffs to Cedar Fallscar 231.9 mi
4h 16m
$43–62
Fly
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane OMA - ALO
7h 16m
$103–472
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154
8h 25m
$44–88

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

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6h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.9 mi
Duration: 7h 32m

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, Des Moines, Waterloo, and Central Transfer in around 7h 32m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Omaha (OMA) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) twice daily.

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