What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Dodge to Iowa City?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Dodge to Iowa City is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Dodge to Iowa City?

The fastest way to get from Fort Dodge to Iowa City is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Fort Dodge to Iowa City?

The distance between Fort Dodge and Iowa City is 198 miles. The road distance is 179.3 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Dodge to Iowa City without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Dodge to Iowa City without a car is to taxi and shuttle and bus which takes 5h 50m and costs $230 - $420.

How long does it take to get from Fort Dodge to Iowa City?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Fort Dodge to Iowa City, including transfers.

Can I drive from Fort Dodge to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Dodge to Iowa City is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Fort Dodge to Iowa City.

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 51+ hotels available in Iowa City.

Fort Dodge to Iowa City - 4 ways to travel via car, bus, taxi, and shuttle

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There are 4 ways to get from Fort Dodge to Iowa City by car, bus, taxi, or shuttle

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Drive, bus via Des Moines (Greyhound)
best
1. Drive from Fort Dodge to Northglenn Dr / Johnston Public Library, Jstcar
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
5h 9m
$47–76
Drive 178.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Dodge to Iowa Citycar 178.3 mi
3h 7m
$33–47
Drive, bus (Greyhound)
1. Drive from Fort Dodge to Northglenn Dr / Johnston Public Library, Jstcar
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
5h 30m
$44–72
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 Iowa Citybus
5h 50m
$236–414

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Distance: 196.6 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Fort Dodge, IA, USA and Iowa City, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Fort Dodge to Iowa City. 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, then take the bus to Iowa City. Alternatively, you can drive from Fort Dodge to Iowa City in around 3h 7m.

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