What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Fort Dodge?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Fort Dodge is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Fort Dodge?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Fort Dodge is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Iowa City to Fort Dodge?

The distance between Iowa City and Fort Dodge is 200 miles. The road distance is 179.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Fort Dodge without a car is to bus and shuttle and taxi which takes 5h 20m and costs $230 - $420.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Fort Dodge?

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Iowa City to Fort Dodge, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Fort Dodge?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Fort Dodge is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Iowa City to Fort Dodge.

Where can I stay near Fort Dodge?

There are 12+ hotels available in Fort Dodge.

Iowa City to Fort Dodge - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, shuttle, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Iowa City to Fort Dodge by bus, car, shuttle, or taxi

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Bus, drive (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Drive from Northglenn Dr / Johnston Public Library, Jst to Fort Dodgecar
4h 36m
$47–74
Drive 178 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Fort Dodgecar 178 mi
3h 7m
$33–47
Bus, drive via Des Moines (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Drive from Northglenn Dr / Johnston Public Library, Jst to Fort Dodgecar
5h 10m
$37–62
Bus, shuttle, taxi
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Boone, IAshuttle
3. Take the taxi from Boone, IA to Fort Dodgetaxi
5h 20m
$235–420

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Distance: 198.5 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Fort Dodge, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Fort Dodge. However, you can take the bus to Des Moines, take the taxi to Merle Hay Mall, Dsm, take the line 5 bus to Northglenn Dr / Johnston Public Library, Jst, then drive to Fort Dodge. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Fort Dodge in around 3h 7m.

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