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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Lake Forest is to bus and train which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Lake Forest is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $40 - $60.

How far is it from Iowa City to Lake Forest?

The distance between Iowa City and Lake Forest is 254 miles. The road distance is 222.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Lake Forest without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 34m and costs $40 - $75.

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

It takes approximately 6h 34m to get from Iowa City to Lake Forest, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Lake Forest?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Lake Forest is 223 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Iowa City to Lake Forest.

Where can I stay near Lake Forest?

There are 131+ hotels available in Lake Forest.

Iowa City to Lake Forest - 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 Forest 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 Forest.train Up-N
6h 34m
$42–72
Drive 221.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Lake Forestcar 221.5 mi
4h 13m
$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 Forest.train
5h 27m
$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 Forest.train
7h 5m
$46–250
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 Forest.train
7h 3m

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

28Weekly Services

6h 34mAverage Duration

$42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.2 mi
Duration: 6h 34m

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

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Lake Forest. 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 Forest.. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Lake Forest in around 4h 13m.

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