What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs?

The fastest way to get from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs $28 - $45.

How far is it from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs?

The distance between Fort Dodge and Council Bluffs is 230 miles. The road distance is 154.1 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs without a car is to taxi and shuttle and bus which takes 7h 36m and costs $250 - $430.

How long does it take to get from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs, including transfers.

Can I drive from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs is 154 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs.

Where can I stay near Council Bluffs?

There are 265+ hotels available in Council Bluffs.

Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs - 3 ways to travel via car, bus, taxi, and shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs by car, bus, taxi, or shuttle

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Drive, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Drive from Fort Dodge to Northglenn Dr / Johnston Public Library, Jstcar
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
6h 3m
$53–78
Drive 153.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffscar 153.2 mi
3h 15m
$28–41
Taxi, shuttle, bus
1. Take the taxi from Fort Dodge to Boone, IAtaxi
2. Take a shuttle bus from Boone, IA to Des Moines International Airport, IAshuttle
3. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
7h 36m
$250–424

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Distance: 228.2 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Fort Dodge, IA, USA and Council Bluffs, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs. However, you can drive to Northglenn Dr / Johnston Public Library, Jst, take the line 5 bus to Merle Hay Mall, Dsm, take the taxi to Des Moines, take the bus to Omaha, NE, walk to Farnam St & 18th NE, then take the line 43 bus to Broadway & 18th SW. Alternatively, you can drive from Fort Dodge to Council Bluffs in around 3h 15m.

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