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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Evanston is to bus which costs $35 - $70 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Evanston is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs $40 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Evanston?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Evanston. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Paulina & Howard Terminal via Union Station Transit Center and Michigan & Hubbard. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Evanston?

The distance between Iowa City and Evanston is 245 miles. The road distance is 228.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Evanston without a car is to bus which takes 6h 4m and costs $35 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Iowa City to Evanston, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa City to Evanston bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iowa City to Evanston?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Evanston is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Iowa City to Evanston.

Where can I stay near Evanston?

There are 1073+ hotels available in Evanston.

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
6h 4m
$39–70
Drive 227.4 mi
1. Drive from Iowa City to Evanstoncar 227.4 mi
3h 58m
$42–60
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 41m
$75–161
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 19m
$47–249
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 18m

Iowa City to Evanston by bus and foot (Greyhound)

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6h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 244 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $35–70 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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