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

The cheapest way to get from Kearney to Iowa City is to bus which costs $60 - $120 and takes 9h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kearney to Iowa City is to drive which takes 6h 59m and costs $75 - $120.

Is there a direct bus between Kearney and Iowa City?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kearney and arriving at Iowa City. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Kearney to Iowa City?

The distance between Kearney and Iowa City is 437 miles. The road distance is 428.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kearney to Iowa City without a car is to bus which takes 9h 20m and costs $60 - $120.

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

The bus from Kearney to Iowa City takes 9h 20m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

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

Where does the Kearney to Iowa City bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kearney to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Kearney to Iowa City is 428 miles. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Kearney to Iowa City.

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

Book your Kearney to Iowa City bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 51+ hotels available in Iowa City.

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There are 7 ways to get from Kearney to Iowa City by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Kearney to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S
9h 20m
$60–120
Drive 425.9 mi
1. Drive from Kearney to Iowa Citycar 425.9 mi
6h 59m
$78–113
Fly Kearney Municipal Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane EAR - CID
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
8h 10m
Fly Kearney Municipal Airport to Quad City International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane EAR - MLI
2. Take the bus from Moline Center Station to Iowa Citybus
8h 18m
$120–460
Fly Kearney Municipal Airport to Burlington Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) to Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL)plane EAR - BRL
2. Drive from Burlington Municipal Airport (BRL) to Iowa Citycar
14h 36m
$120–424
Fly Kearney Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane EAR - ORD
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus
8h 29m
$123–428
Bus to Central Nebraska Regional Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Kearney to Grand Island Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane GRI - CID
3. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
10h 12m

Kearney to Iowa City by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 434.5 mi
Duration: 9h 20m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kearney to Iowa City once daily. Tickets cost $60–120 and the journey takes 9h 20m.

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How to get fromKearney to Iowa Cityby bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

There are 7 ways to get from Kearney to Iowa City by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

Bus (Greyhound)

Drive 425.9 mi

Fly Kearney Municipal Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus

Fly Kearney Municipal Airport to Quad City International Airport, bus

Fly Kearney Municipal Airport to Burlington Municipal Airport, drive

Fly Kearney Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus

Bus to Central Nebraska Regional Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus