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

The cheapest way to get from Waterloo to Council Bluffs is to bus which costs $35 - $80 and takes 6h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Waterloo to Council Bluffs is to drive which takes 4h 25m and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Waterloo and Council Bluffs?

No, there is no direct bus from Waterloo to Council Bluffs. However, there are services departing from Waterloo and arriving at Broadway & 28th SW via Des Moines and Farnam St & 18th NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

How far is it from Waterloo to Council Bluffs?

The distance between Waterloo and Council Bluffs is 262 miles. The road distance is 234.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Waterloo to Council Bluffs without a car is to bus which takes 6h 57m and costs $35 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 6h 57m to get from Waterloo to Council Bluffs, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Waterloo to Council Bluffs?

The best way to get from Waterloo to Council Bluffs is to bus which takes 6h 57m and costs $35 - $80. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $550 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Waterloo to Council Bluffs bus arrive?

Waterloo to Council Bluffs bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Waterloo to Council Bluffs?

Yes, the driving distance between Waterloo to Council Bluffs is 234 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Waterloo to Council Bluffs.

Where can I stay near Council Bluffs?

There are 273+ hotels available in Council Bluffs.

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0154S
2. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
6h 57m
$40–77
Drive 232.9 mi
1. Drive from Waterloo to Council Bluffscar 232.9 mi
4h 25m
$43–62
Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Omaha (OMA)plane ALO - OMA
4h 40m
$135–524
Drive to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
1. Drive from Waterloo to Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CIDcar
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Omaha (OMA)plane CID - OMA
5h 1m
$186–947

Waterloo to Council Bluffs by bus and foot (Greyhound)

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Distance: 260.3 mi
Duration: 6h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Waterloo to Broadway & 28th SW via Des Moines, Omaha, NE, and Farnam St & 18th NE in around 6h 57m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Omaha (OMA) twice daily.

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