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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Marengo is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Marengo is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Marengo?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Marengo. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride via Chicago Bus Station and Rosemont CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Marengo?

The distance between Iowa City and Marengo is 290 miles. The road distance is 189.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Marengo without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 48m and costs $80 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 48m to get from Iowa City to Marengo, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa City to Marengo bus from?

Iowa City to Marengo bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Iowa City station.

Where does the Iowa City to Marengo bus arrive?

Iowa City to Marengo bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Marengo?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Marengo is 189 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Iowa City to Marengo.

Where can I stay near Marengo?

There are 14+ hotels available in Marengo.

Iowa City to Marengo - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Iowa City to Marengo by bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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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 Woodstocktrain Up-Nw
7h 48m
$83–129
Drive 188.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Marengocar 188.3 mi
3h 17m
$35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Rosemont CTA Station to Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ridebus 605
7h 56m
$105–157

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Distance: 288.1 mi
Duration: 7h 48m

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

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Marengo via Chicago Bus Station, Chicago, Cumberland, Rosemont, Rosemont CTA Station, and Pace I-90/Randall Road Park-n-Ride in around 7h 56m.

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