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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Gurnee is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Gurnee is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Iowa City to Gurnee?

The distance between Iowa City and Gurnee is 265 miles. The road distance is 224.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Gurnee without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 30m and costs $45 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Iowa City to Gurnee, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Gurnee?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Gurnee is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Iowa City to Gurnee.

Where can I stay near Gurnee?

There are 129+ hotels available in Gurnee.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Gurnee 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 Waukegantrain Up-N
7h 30m
$45–80
Drive 223.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Gurneecar 223.2 mi
4h 16m
$41–59
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 Clybourn to Waukegantrain
6h 22m
$77–166
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 Clybourn to Waukegantrain
8h
$49–254
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 Clybourn to Waukegantrain
7h 59m

Iowa City to Gurnee by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

7h 30mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Gurnee. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Washington & Jefferson, take the bus to Washington & Canal, walk to Chicago OTC, take the train to Waukegan, walk to Sheridan Rd & Washington St, then take the line 565 bus to Grand Ave & Ferndale St. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Gurnee in around 4h 16m.

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