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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Elmhurst is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Elmhurst is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Elmhurst?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Elmhurst. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Washington & Canal via Washington & Jefferson. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 3m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Elmhurst?

The distance between Iowa City and Elmhurst is 241 miles. The road distance is 208 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Elmhurst without a car is to bus which takes 6h 3m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Iowa City to Elmhurst, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa City to Elmhurst bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iowa City to Elmhurst?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Elmhurst is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Iowa City to Elmhurst.

Where can I stay near Elmhurst?

There are 432+ hotels available in Elmhurst.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Elmhurst 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 / ...
6h 3m
$41–72
Drive 206.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Elmhurstcar 206.8 mi
3h 32m
$38–55
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 42m
$71–154
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 20m
$42–241
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 19m

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

14Weekly Services

6h 3mAverage Duration

$41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.8 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $30–65 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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