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Cheap bus tickets from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City
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Bus from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City: Journey Information
There are 2 intercity buses per day from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City. Traveling by bus from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City usually takes around 51 minutes, but the fastest Jefferson Lines bus can make the trip in 35 minutes.
- Distance
- 23 mi (37 km)
- Shortest duration
- 35m
- Cheapest price
- CZK 86.84
- Trips per day
- 2
- Most frequent service
- Jefferson Lines
- Bus lines
- 1
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Cedar Rapids to Iowa City Bus Schedule
There are several bus options that can take you from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City:
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What bus companies travel from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City. Jefferson Lines is the one bus line that serves this route. Although it's the sole option, there are a couple of different scheduled times to choose from.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jefferson Lines | 2 | 51m | CZK 217.09 |
Book Jefferson Lines from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City from CZK 86.84. There are 2 trips per day offered by Jefferson Lines from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City and you can expect on average to pay CZK 217.09 for a Jefferson Lines ticket to Iowa City. In Cedar Rapids, Jefferson Lines departs to Iowa City from Cedar Rpds. In Iowa City, Jefferson Lines arrives at Burlington Trailways Station - 170 E Court St.
An average trip on Jefferson Lines from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City takes 0 hours and 51 minutes, while the fastest available Jefferson Lines trip will get you to Iowa City in 0 hours and 35 minutes.
On weekends, Jefferson Lines offers 2 trips per day. A one way ticket costs CZK 86.84 for a weekend trip to Iowa City.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City
There are usually only 2 buses per day from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City. Both of these are direct buses, meaning that you do not have to worry about transferring buses at any point during your trip.
Trips per day
2
Direct trips
2
The bus takes an average of 51 minutes to cover the 23 miles from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City. However, the fastest bus only takes 35 minutes. It's a short trip that goes by very quickly. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Distance (mi)
23
Distance (km)
37
The first bus leaves at 10:35am and the last bus leaves at 6:35pm. To see the times for all buses from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
Earliest bus
10:35am
Latest bus
6:35pm
Because many passengers travel from Cedar Rapids to Iowa City at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for buses. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded buses to Iowa City, book your ticket for the last day of the week.
Most crowded
Monday
Least crowded
Sunday
City Information
Iowa City
The old capital city of Iowa, Iowa City, is a historic area with plenty of quaint old buildings and beautiful landmarks. The most notable attraction is the Old Capitol Building in the middle of the University of Iowa's campus. The building's first floor is a museum dedicated to the state's history so that you can brush up on your Hawkeye State knowledge (we'll get you started: the Iowa state rock is the geode!). For more history and culture, hit up Plum Grove, the home of the first Governor of Iowa, and the University of Iowa Art Museum.
Thanks to its lively cultural scene, Iowa City's food scene is vibrant and diverse. One of the must-try establishments in the city is Short's Burger and Shine, which features a wide variety of burgers made from locally sourced meat. In addition, the Hamburg Inn No. 2 is an award-winning restaurant, with visitors including many past presidents.
Bus service to Iowa City arrives right downtown for easy access to Iowa City's highlights. Although there is a small municipal airport in Iowa City, most commercial flights will depart from nearby Cedar Rapids Airport or even from Des Moines, about 100 miles away.
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Cedar Rapids?
Main departure station: Cedar Rpds
Most buses depart from the main station in Cedar Rapids.
All bus stations in Cedar Rapids:
- Cedar Rpds
Where does the bus arrive in Iowa City?
Main arrival station: Burlington Trailways Station - 170 E Court St
The Burlington Trailways Station in Iowa City is part of the Court St Transportation Center near downtown. Buses usually board outside the multi-story parking garage on Court Street. The station includes a large indoor waiting area with seating, restrooms, and even a charging station for your devices. You can walk to three hotels, a sushi restaurant, a Mexican restaurant, a Starbucks, and a bar in the immediate area, so you definitely won't have to travel hungry or thirsty. Greyhound and Burlington Trailways buses depart from this station and connect Iowa City to Des Moines, Chicago, Omaha, and more cities throughout the Midwest.
All bus stations in Iowa City:
- Burlington Trailways Station - 170 E Court St
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