What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Glen Ellyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Pennsylvania/Main via Naperville Metra and Yorktown Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn?

The distance between Iowa City and Glen Ellyn is 221 miles. The road distance is 200.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn without a car is to bus which takes 6h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn?

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa City to Glen Ellyn bus from?

Iowa City to Glen Ellyn bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Iowa City station.

Where does the Iowa City to Glen Ellyn bus arrive?

Iowa City to Glen Ellyn bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Naperville station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Glen Ellyn is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn.

Where can I stay near Glen Ellyn?

There are 423+ hotels available in Glen Ellyn.

Iowa City to Glen Ellyn - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Iowa City to Glen Ellyn by bus, car, plane, or train

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Napervillebus Btw 1210
6h 19m
Drive 199.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Glen Ellyncar 199.7 mi
3h 25m
$37–53
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Cedar Rapidsbus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Glen Ellyntrain
5h 10m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Napervillebus Btw 1210
2. Take the train from Naperville to Chicago Union Stationtrain Bnsf
6h 30m
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
5h 9m
$75–162
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Molinebus
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane MLI - ORD
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Glen Ellyntrain
6h 47m
$46–249

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

63Weekly Planes

1h 28mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.5 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

Burlington Trailways operates a bus from Iowa City to Naperville once daily, and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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