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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Barrington is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Barrington is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Iowa City to Barrington?

The distance between Iowa City and Barrington is 257 miles. The road distance is 201.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Barrington without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 28m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Iowa City to Barrington, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Barrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Barrington is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Iowa City to Barrington.

Where can I stay near Barrington?

There are 220+ hotels available in Barrington.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Barrington 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 Barringtontrain Up-Nw
6h 28m
$42–73
Drive 200.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Barringtoncar 200.2 mi
3h 40m
$37–53
Drive to Burlington Municipal Airport, fly, train
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 train from Irving Park to Barringtontrain
4h 51m
$75–162
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly, train
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 train from Irving Park to Barringtontrain
6h 29m
$46–249
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly, train
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 train from Irving Park to Barringtontrain
6h 28m

Iowa City to Barrington by bus, foot, and train

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6h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 255.6 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Barrington. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Washington & Jefferson, take the bus to Washington & Canal, walk to Chicago OTC, then take the train to Barrington. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Barrington in around 3h 40m.

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