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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Story City is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Story City is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Story City?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Story City. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Ames via Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Story City?

The distance between Iowa City and Story City is 157 miles. The road distance is 130.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Story City without a car is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs $70 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Iowa City to Story City, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa City to Story City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iowa City to Story City?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Story City is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Iowa City to Story City.

Where can I stay near Story City?

There are 45+ hotels available in Story City.

Iowa City to Story City - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Amesbus Jefferson 804 / ...
4h 5m
$71–104
Drive 130.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Iowa City to Story Citycar 130.1 mi
2h 39m
$24–35
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport to Story City, IAshuttle
4h 12m
$130–280

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Distance: 155.8 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Iowa City to Story City via Des Moines and Ames in around 4h 5m.

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