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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Cary is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Cary is to drive which takes 3h 43m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Iowa City to Cary?

The distance between Iowa City and Cary is 264 miles. The road distance is 200 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Cary without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 45m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Iowa City to Cary, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Cary?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Cary is 200 miles. It takes approximately 3h 43m to drive from Iowa City to Cary.

Where can I stay near Cary?

There are 168+ hotels available in Cary.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Cary 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 45m
$41–73
Drive 198.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Carycar 198.8 mi
3h 43m
$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 Carytrain
5h 7m
$76–163
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 Carytrain
6h 46m
$47–250
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 Carytrain
6h 44m

Iowa City to Cary by bus, foot, and train

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6h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 262.4 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Cary. 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 Cary. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Cary in around 3h 43m.

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