What is the cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake?

The cheapest way to get from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake?

The fastest way to get from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Council Bluffs and Spirit Lake?

No, there is no direct bus from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 28th NE and arriving at Jackson via Omaha and Sioux Falls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake?

The distance between Council Bluffs and Spirit Lake is 314 miles. The road distance is 175.8 miles.

How do I travel from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake without a car?

The best way to get from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake without a car is to bus which takes 8h 3m and costs $150 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake?

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake bus from?

Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Omaha station.

Where does the Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake bus arrive?

Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Sioux Falls station.

Can I drive from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake?

Yes, the driving distance between Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake.

Where can I stay near Spirit Lake?

There are 92+ hotels available in Spirit Lake.

Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake - 2 ways to travel via bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lake by bus or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Omaha to Sioux Fallsbus Jefferson Lines 705 / ...
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Jacksonbus Jefferson 702 / ...
8h 3m
$151–206
Drive 174.8 mi
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1. Drive from Council Bluffs to Spirit Lakecar 174.8 mi
3h 42m
$32–47

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Distance: 311.9 mi
Duration: 8h 3m

What companies run services between Council Bluffs, IA, USA and Spirit Lake, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Broadway & 28th NE to Spirit Lake via Farnam St & 18th NE, Omaha, Sioux Falls, and Jackson in around 8h 3m.

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