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Journey Information
There is one daily bus from Iowa City to Waterloo. Traveling by bus from Iowa City to Waterloo usually takes around 2 hours, but some buses might arrive slightly earlier or later than scheduled depending on traffic conditions.
Distance | 71 mi (114 km) |
Shortest duration | 2h 0m |
Cheapest price | SEK 360.24 |
Trips per day | 1 |
Most frequent service | Burlington Trailways |
Bus lines | 1 |
How much is a bus ticket from Iowa City to Waterloo?
Bus tickets for a trip from Iowa City to Waterloo cost SEK 360.24 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.
Monthly avg. prices
What bus companies travel from Iowa City to Waterloo?
There is one intercity bus company available to search and book on Wanderu that operates from Iowa City to Waterloo. Burlington Trailways is the only company that has bus schedules available to search and book at the moment. It only makes the trip once a day on most days.
Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
---|---|---|---|
Burlington Trailways | 1 | 2h 0m | SEK 369.30 |
Book Burlington Trailways from Iowa City to Waterloo from SEK 360. Typically there is one Burlington Trailways schedule per day from Iowa City to Waterloo and you can expect on average to pay for a Burlington Trailways ticket to Waterloo. In Iowa City, Burlington Trailways departs to Waterloo from Burlington Trailways Station - 170 E Court St . In Waterloo, Burlington Trailways arrives at Waterloo .
An average trip on Burlington Trailways from Iowa City to Waterloo takes 2 hours and 0 minutes .
On weekends, Burlington Trailways offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a one way ticket for your weekend getaway trip to Waterloo.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours to cover the 71 miles from Iowa City to Waterloo. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. 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.
With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go.
There is usually only one bus per day from Iowa City to Waterloo. It leaves the station in Iowa City at 11:00am each day. The time might vary for specific dates, so be sure to search on Wanderu for the most up-to-date information.
City Information
Iowa City
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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 Iowa City?
Main departure 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
Where does the bus arrive in Waterloo?
Main arrival station: Waterloo
All buses from Iowa City arrive at one main station in Waterloo.
All bus stations in Waterloo:
Waterloo
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