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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Saint Paul is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Saint Paul is to drive which takes 5h and costs $45 - $70.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Saint Paul station. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at 5th St & Cedar Station via Des Moines and 5th St Transit Center Gate B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Saint Paul?

The distance between Iowa City and Saint Paul is 374 miles. The road distance is 270.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Saint Paul without a car is to bus which takes 8h 7m and costs $60 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Iowa City to Saint Paul, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa City to Saint Paul bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iowa City to Saint Paul?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Saint Paul is 271 miles. It takes approximately 5h to drive from Iowa City to Saint Paul.

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

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Where can I stay near Saint Paul?

There are 520+ hotels available in Saint Paul.

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
8h 7m
$63–104
Drive 269.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Saint Paulcar 269.2 mi
5h
$46–67
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
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 3m
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 1m
$135–645

Iowa City to Saint Paul by bus (Greyhound)

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8h 7mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 372.1 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

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

You can take a bus from Iowa City to 5th St & Cedar Station via Des Moines and 5th St Transit Center Gate B in around 8h 7m.

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