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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Brainerd is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Brainerd is to drive which takes 7h 32m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Brainerd?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Brainerd. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Brainerd via Des Moines and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 10m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Brainerd?

The distance between Iowa City and Brainerd is 487 miles. The road distance is 402.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Brainerd without a car is to bus which takes 11h 10m and costs $85 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 11h 10m to get from Iowa City to Brainerd, including transfers.

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

Iowa City to Brainerd bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Iowa City station.

Where does the Iowa City to Brainerd bus arrive?

Iowa City to Brainerd bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Brainerd?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Brainerd is 403 miles. It takes approximately 7h 32m to drive from Iowa City to Brainerd.

How do I get a bus ticket from Iowa City to Brainerd?

Book your Iowa City to Brainerd bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Brainerd?

There are 95+ hotels available in Brainerd.

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Brainerd by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Brainerdbus
11h 10m
$88–142
Drive 400.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Brainerdcar 400.2 mi
7h 32m
$73–106
Bus, fly to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD)plane CID - BRD
6h 46m
Bus via Richfield
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus
12h 22m
$115–149
Bus, fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane CID - MSP
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus
9h

Iowa City to Brainerd by bus

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Distance: 483.8 mi
Duration: 11h 10m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Brainerd, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Brainerd via Des Moines and Minneapolis in around 11h 10m.

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