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

The cheapest way to get from Gurnee to Iowa City is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gurnee to Iowa City is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Gurnee to Iowa City?

The distance between Gurnee and Iowa City is 266 miles. The road distance is 223.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gurnee to Iowa City without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 35m and costs $45 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 7h 35m to get from Gurnee to Iowa City, including transfers.

Can I drive from Gurnee to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Gurnee to Iowa City is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Gurnee to Iowa City.

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 47+ hotels available in Iowa City.

Gurnee to Iowa City - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Gurnee to Iowa City by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
7h 35m
$45–82
Drive 222.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gurnee to Iowa Citycar 222.5 mi
4h 16m
$41–59
Train, fly, drive
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane ORD - BRL
3. Drive from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Iowa Citycar
6h 53m
$79–166

Gurnee to Iowa City by bus and train

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7h 35mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264.1 mi
Duration: 7h 35m

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

There is no direct connection from Gurnee to Iowa City. However, you can take the line 565 bus to Waukegan Metra Station, walk to Waukegan, take the train to Chicago OTC, walk to Madison & Canal, take the line 60 bus to Harrison & Jefferson, walk to Chicago Bus Station, then take the bus to Iowa City. Alternatively, you can drive from Gurnee to Iowa City in around 4h 16m.

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