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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Algonquin is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Algonquin is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Iowa City to Algonquin?

The distance between Iowa City and Algonquin is 268 miles. The road distance is 195.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Algonquin without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 55m and costs $60 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Iowa City to Algonquin, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Algonquin?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Algonquin is 195 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Iowa City to Algonquin.

Where can I stay near Algonquin?

There are 103+ hotels available in Algonquin.

Iowa City to Algonquin - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Algonquin by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Carytrain Up-Nw
6h 55m
$61–98
Drive 194 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Algonquincar 194 mi
3h 33m
$36–52
Drive to Burlington Municipal Airport, fly, bus
1. Drive from Iowa City to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)car
2. Fly from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane BRL - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus
4h 30m
$99–192
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Moline Center Stationbus
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus
6h 8m
$71–280
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly, bus
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
3. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus
6h 7m

Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

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1h 25mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.9 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

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

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Algonquin. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Washington & Jefferson, take the bus to Washington & Canal, walk to Chicago OTC, take the train to Cary, then take the taxi to Algonquin. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Algonquin in around 3h 33m.

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