What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 5h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is to drive which takes 5h 8m and costs $50 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul station. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Marshall & Otis Station via Des Moines and Union Depot & Sibley Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

The distance between Iowa City and Minneapolis–Saint Paul is 266 miles. The road distance is 274.9 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul without a car is to bus which takes 9h 15m and costs $50 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus from?

Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Iowa City station.

Where does the Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus arrive?

Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul is 275 miles. It takes approximately 5h 8m to drive from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul.

Where can I stay near Minneapolis–Saint Paul?

There are 518+ hotels available in Minneapolis–Saint Paul.

Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul - 4 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul by bus, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane CID - MSP
5h 24m
Drive 273.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paulcar 273.3 mi
5h 8m
$50–73
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Saint Paul Union Depotbus Greyhound US0156
9h 15m
$54–105
Bus to Des Moines, fly
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus
2. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
6h 17m
$159–799

Iowa City to Minneapolis–Saint Paul by bus (Greyhound)

12Weekly Buses

9h 15mAverage Duration

$54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Marshall & Otis Station via Des Moines, Saint Paul Union Depot, and Union Depot & Sibley Station in around 9h 15m.

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