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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Mesa is to bus via Albuquerque which costs $280 - $430 and takes 36h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Mesa is to bus and fly which takes 8h 12m and costs $190 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Mesa?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Mesa station. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station via 11th St & Auraria Pkwy, Denver and Albuquerque Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 9m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Mesa?

The distance between Iowa City and Mesa is 1309 miles. The road distance is 1500.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Mesa without a car is to bus and train which takes 35h 31m and costs $390 - $900.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Iowa City to Mesa, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa City to Mesa bus arrive?

Iowa City to Mesa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Iowa City and Mesa?

Mesa is 2h behind Iowa City. It is currently 5:55 PM in Iowa City and 3:55 PM in Mesa.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Mesa?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Mesa is 1501 miles. It takes approximately 25h 59m to drive from Iowa City to Mesa.

How do I get a bus ticket from Iowa City to Mesa?

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Where can I stay near Mesa?

There are 2797+ hotels available in Mesa.

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There are 7 ways to get from Iowa City to Mesa by bus, plane, train, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly to Phoenix
best
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Phoenix (PHX)plane CID - PHX
7h 29m
Bus to Des Moines, fly to Phoenix
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX)plane DSM - PHX
8h 12m
$196–840
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the train from Kansas City to Flagstafftrain
4. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus
35h 31m
$399–875
Bus via Albuquerque
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver to ABQ Alvarado Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
36h 9m
$281–427
Drive 1,491.8 mi
1. Drive from Iowa City to Mesacar 1,491.8 mi
25h 59m
$273–394
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)plane CID - AZA
8h 25m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver to Las Crucesbus
3. Take the bus from Las Cruces, NM to Phoenixbus
40h 58m
$292–442

Iowa City to Mesa by bus, taxi, train, and tram

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Distance: 1,301.3 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Mesa, AZ, USA?

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Mesa Dr/Main St via Denver Union Station, 11th St & Auraria Pkwy, Stout St & 21st St, Denver, ABQ Alvarado Transportation Center, Albuquerque Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), 24th St Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, and 44th St/Washington in around 36h 9m.

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