What is the cheapest way to get from Genoa to Iowa City?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Genoa to Iowa City?

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

Is there a direct bus between Genoa and Iowa City?

No, there is no direct bus from Genoa to Iowa City. However, there are services departing from Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride and arriving at Iowa City via Jefferson Park Transit Center and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 52m.

How far is it from Genoa to Iowa City?

The distance between Genoa and Iowa City is 286 miles. The road distance is 173.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Genoa to Iowa City without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 16m and costs $100 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Genoa to Iowa City?

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Genoa to Iowa City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genoa to Iowa City bus from?

Genoa to Iowa City bus services, operated by Pace Bus, depart from Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride station.

Where does the Genoa to Iowa City bus arrive?

Genoa to Iowa City bus services, operated by Pace Bus, arrive at Rosemont CTA Station.

Can I drive from Genoa to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Genoa to Iowa City is 173 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Genoa to Iowa City.

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 50+ hotels available in Iowa City.

Genoa to Iowa City - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Genoa to Iowa City by train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Big Timber to Chicago Union Stationtrain Md-W
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
7h 16m
$103–152
Drive 172.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Genoa to Iowa Citycar 172.4 mi
3h 3m
$32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride to Rosemont CTA Stationbus 605
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
7h 52m
$105–158
Train, bus via Railroad Ave at Elburn Metra station - WB Stop #662
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain Up-W
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
8h 25m
$88–141

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Distance: 283.9 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

What companies run services between Genoa, IL, USA and Iowa City, IA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Genoa to Iowa City via Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride, Rosemont CTA Station, Rosemont, Jefferson Park, Jefferson Park Transit Center, Washington & Jefferson, and Chicago Bus Station in around 7h 52m.

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