What is the cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Council Bluffs?

The cheapest way to get from Manhattan to Council Bluffs is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manhattan to Council Bluffs?

The fastest way to get from Manhattan to Council Bluffs is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Manhattan and Council Bluffs?

No, there is no direct bus from Manhattan to Council Bluffs. However, there are services departing from Manhattan KS and arriving at Broadway & 16th SE via Kansas City and Farnam St & 18th NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 18m.

How far is it from Manhattan to Council Bluffs?

The distance between Manhattan and Council Bluffs is 216 miles. The road distance is 176.6 miles.

How do I travel from Manhattan to Council Bluffs without a car?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Council Bluffs without a car is to bus which takes 9h 18m and costs $75 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Manhattan to Council Bluffs?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Manhattan to Council Bluffs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manhattan to Council Bluffs bus from?

Manhattan to Council Bluffs bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Manhattan KS station.

Bus or fly from Manhattan to Council Bluffs?

The best way to get from Manhattan to Council Bluffs is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $160 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $130 and takes 9h 18m.

Where does the Manhattan to Council Bluffs bus arrive?

Manhattan to Council Bluffs bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Manhattan to Council Bluffs?

Yes, the driving distance between Manhattan to Council Bluffs is 177 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Manhattan to Council Bluffs.

Where can I stay near Council Bluffs?

There are 248+ hotels available in Council Bluffs.

Manhattan to Council Bluffs - 4 ways to travel via car, bus, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Manhattan to Council Bluffs by car, bus, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Manhattan to Topekacar
2. Take the bus from Topeka to Omahabus Aguascalientes-Omaha
5h 44m
$157–163
Drive 175.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manhattan to Council Bluffscar 175.5 mi
3h 16m
$32–47
Fly
1. Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Omaha (OMA)plane MHK - OMA
5h 5m
$166–617
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manhattan KS to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Omahabus Jefferson Lines 705
9h 18m
$79–125

Manhattan to Council Bluffs by bus and foot

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9h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.2 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Manhattan, KS, USA and Council Bluffs, IA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Omaha (OMA) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manhattan KS to Broadway & 16th SE via Kansas City Bus Station, Kansas City, Omaha, and Farnam St & 18th NE in around 9h 18m.

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