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How to get fromUniversity of Iowa to Iowa State Universityby bus, taxi, car, or shuttle

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There are 3 ways to get from University of Iowa to Iowa State University by bus, taxi, car, or shuttle

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus bus Greyhound US0123S / ...
    2. Take the taxi from Des Moines to Iowa State Universitytaxi taxi
    2h 58m
    $87–117

  2. Drive 121.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from University of Iowa to Iowa State Universitycar car 121.2 mi
    2h 31m
    $23–32

  3. Bus, shuttle

    1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus bus Greyhound US0123S / ...
    2. Take a shuttle bus from Des Moines International Airport, IA to Ames, IA - Iowa State Universityshuttle bus
    3h 54m
    $120–250

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  • Distance: 141.8 mi
  • Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between University of Iowa, IA, USA and Iowa State University, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from University of Iowa to Iowa State University. However, you can walk to Iowa City, take the bus to Des Moines, then take the taxi to Iowa State University. Alternatively, you can drive from University of Iowa to Iowa State University in around 2h 31m.

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