What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach?

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach is to drive which takes 4h 7m and costs $35 - $60.

How far is it from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach?

The distance between Iowa City and Round Lake Beach is 269 miles. The road distance is 217.6 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 15m and costs $45 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach?

It takes approximately 7h 15m to get from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Round Lake Beach is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 7m to drive from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach.

Where can I stay near Round Lake Beach?

There are 201+ hotels available in Round Lake Beach.

Iowa City to Round Lake Beach - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach 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 Round Laketrain Md-N
7h 15m
$46–67
Drive 216.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Round Lake Beachcar 216.4 mi
4h 7m
$40–57
Drive to Burlington Municipal Airport, fly, train
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
3. Take the train from Edgebrook to Round Laketrain
5h 52m
$114–166
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly, train
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
3. Take the train from Edgebrook to Round Laketrain
7h 25m
$52–262
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 Round Laketrain
7h 25m

Iowa City to Round Lake Beach by bus, foot, and train

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7h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 267.6 mi
Duration: 7h 15m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Round Lake Beach, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach. However, you can take the bus to Chicago Bus Station, walk to Chicago Union Station, then take the train to Round Lake. Alternatively, you can drive from Iowa City to Round Lake Beach in around 4h 7m.

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