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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Libertyville is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Libertyville is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Iowa City to Libertyville?

The distance between Iowa City and Libertyville is 261 miles. The road distance is 216.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Libertyville without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 41m and costs $45 - $70.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Iowa City to Libertyville, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Libertyville?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Libertyville is 217 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Iowa City to Libertyville.

Where can I stay near Libertyville?

There are 190+ hotels available in Libertyville.

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Libertyville 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 Union Station to Libertyvilletrain Md-N
6h 41m
$45–66
Drive 215.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Libertyvillecar 215.6 mi
4h 5m
$37–54
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 27m
$98–284
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly
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
7h
$51–261
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 Edgebrook to Libertyvilletrain
7h

Iowa City to Libertyville by bus, foot, and train

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6h 41mAverage Duration

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Distance: 259.2 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

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

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Libertyville. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Libertyville. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Libertyville in around 4h 5m.

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