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How to get fromMinneapolis–Saint Paul to Iowa Cityby plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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

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  1. Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus

    best
    1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane plane MSP - CID
    2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus bus
    5h 55m

  2. Drive 273.7 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Iowa Citycar car 273.7 mi
    5h 9m
    $50–73

  3. Bus (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus bus Greyhound US0156
    2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus bus Greyhound US0123S / ...
    10h 2m
    $53–107

  4. Fly to Des Moines, bus

    1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane plane MSP - DSM
    2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus bus
    6h 56m
    $163–852

Minneapolis–Saint Paul to Iowa City by tram and bus (Greyhound)

Calendar12Weekly Services
Duration10h 2mAverage Duration
Ticket$53Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 264.2 mi
  • Duration: 5h 55m

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

You can take a vehicle from Raymond Ave Station to Iowa City via Union Depot Station, Saint Paul Union Depot, and Des Moines in around 10h 2m.

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