What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Lake Bluff?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Lake Bluff is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Lake Bluff?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Lake Bluff is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Iowa City to Lake Bluff?

The distance between Iowa City and Lake Bluff is 256 miles. The road distance is 223 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Lake Bluff without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 38m and costs $40 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Lake Bluff?

It takes approximately 6h 38m to get from Iowa City to Lake Bluff, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Lake Bluff?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Lake Bluff is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Iowa City to Lake Bluff.

Where can I stay near Lake Bluff?

There are 161+ hotels available in Lake Bluff.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Lake Bluff 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 Lake Blufftrain Up-N
6h 38m
$43–65
Drive 221.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Lake Bluffcar 221.8 mi
4h 15m
$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 Lake Blufftrain
5h 30m
$75–163
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 Lake Blufftrain
7h 5m
$46–258
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 Lake Blufftrain
7h 8m

Iowa City to Lake Bluff by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

6h 38mAverage Duration

$43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254 mi
Duration: 6h 38m

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

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Lake Bluff. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Washington & Jefferson, take the bus to Washington & Canal, walk to Chicago OTC, then take the train to Lake Bluff. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Lake Bluff in around 4h 15m.

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