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

The cheapest way to get from Minot to Iowa City is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 13h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minot to Iowa City is to fly and bus which takes 9h 28m and costs $180 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Minot and Iowa City?

No, there is no direct bus from Minot to Iowa City. However, there are services departing from Minot and arriving at Iowa City via Bismarck, Minneapolis Bus Station and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 10m.

How far is it from Minot to Iowa City?

The distance between Minot and Iowa City is 687 miles. The road distance is 776.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minot to Iowa City without a car is to bus which takes 21h 10m and costs $180 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 8h 15m to get from Minot to Iowa City, including transfers.

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

Minot to Iowa City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Minot station.

Where does the Minot to Iowa City bus arrive?

Minot to Iowa City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Bismarck station.

Can I drive from Minot to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Minot to Iowa City is 776 miles. It takes approximately 13h 32m to drive from Minot to Iowa City.

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 51+ hotels available in Iowa City.

Minot to Iowa City - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly Minot International Airport to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane MOT - CID
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
8h 15m
Fly Minot International Airport to Quad City International Airport, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane MOT - MLI
2. Take the bus from Moline Center Station to Iowa Citybus
11h 48m
$100–458
Bus
1. Take the bus from Minot to Bismarckbus
2. Take the bus from Bismarck to Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
4. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus
21h 10m
$186–289
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Minot Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
23h 16m
$294–632
Drive 771.9 mi
1. Drive from Minot to Iowa Citycar 771.9 mi
13h 32m
$141–204
Drive to Ring Rock Ranch Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Drive from Minot to Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA)car
2. Fly from Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane XWA - CID
3. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
10h 52m
Fly Minot International Airport to Des Moines, bus
1. Fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MOT - DSM
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus
9h 28m
$184–844

Minot to Iowa City by bus

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21h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 682.6 mi
Duration: 8h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Minot to Iowa City via Bismarck, Minneapolis Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 21h 10m.

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