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 - $75 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 - $75.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Saint Paul. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at St. Paul via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Saint Paul?

The distance between Iowa City and Saint Paul is 253 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 7h 55m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 36m 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?

Book your Iowa City to Saint Paul bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Saint Paul?

There are 498+ hotels available in Saint Paul.

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

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

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Cedar Rapidsbus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane CID - MSP
3h 36m
Drive 269.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Saint Paulcar 269.2 mi
5h
$50–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus Jefferson 802
7h 55m
$58–113

Iowa City to Saint Paul by bus

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7h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.9 mi
Duration: 3h 36m

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

You can take a bus from Iowa City to St. Paul via Des Moines in around 7h 55m.

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