What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Buffalo Grove?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Buffalo Grove/Dundee via Washington & Jefferson and State St & Stratford Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove?

The distance between Iowa City and Buffalo Grove is 253 miles. The road distance is 210.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove without a car is to bus which takes 7h 30m and costs $40 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove?

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa City to Buffalo Grove bus from?

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

Where does the Iowa City to Buffalo Grove bus arrive?

Iowa City to Buffalo Grove bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Buffalo Grove is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Iowa City to Buffalo Grove.

Where can I stay near Buffalo Grove?

There are 284+ hotels available in Buffalo Grove.

Iowa City to Buffalo Grove - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
7h 30m
$44–67
Drive 209.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Buffalo Grovecar 209.1 mi
3h 53m
$39–56
Drive to Burlington Municipal Airport, fly
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
4h 39m
$74–160
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly
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
6h 14m
$45–255
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
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
6h 17m

Iowa City to Buffalo Grove by bus, foot, and train (Greyhound)

14Weekly Services

7h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.8 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Buffalo Grove, Cook County, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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