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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Rockford is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Rockford is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs $29 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Rockford?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Rockford. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Rockford(East Side Transfer Center) via Davenport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 31m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Rockford?

The distance between Iowa City and Rockford is 185 miles. The road distance is 164.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Rockford without a car is to bus which takes 4h 31m and costs $50 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Iowa City to Rockford, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa City to Rockford bus arrive?

Iowa City to Rockford bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Davenport station.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Rockford?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Rockford is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Iowa City to Rockford.

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

Book your Iowa City to Rockford bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Rockford?

There are 60+ hotels available in Rockford.

Iowa City to Rockford - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Davenportbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
2. Take the bus from Davenport to Rockford(East Side Transfer Center)bus Greyhound US0154
4h 31m
$53–87
Drive 163.9 mi
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1. Drive from Iowa City to Rockfordcar 163.9 mi
3h 7m
$30–44
Fly, bus
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane CID - ORD
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to 7559 Walton St - Van Galder Terminalbus
5h 4m
$103–556

The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) flights

63Weekly Planes

1h 28mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.7 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

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

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Rockford via Davenport and Rockford(East Side Transfer Center) in around 4h 31m.

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