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One passenger / one way

  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: 5 September at
    Destination city: Iowa City
    Destination location: Iowa City
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 4 September at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Downtown Transit Center
    Arrival time: 5 September at
    Destination city: Iowa City
    Destination location: Iowa City
    Operated by: Greyhound + FlixBus
    Greyhound + FlixBus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 2 November at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: 3 November at
    Destination city: Iowa City
    Destination location: Iowa City
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 21 December at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Indianapolis Bus Station
    Arrival time: 22 December at
    Destination city: Iowa City
    Destination location: Iowa City
    Operated by: GreyhoundGreyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 13 February at
    Departure city: Indianapolis
    Departure location: Downtown Transit Center
    Arrival time: 14 February at
    Destination city: Iowa City
    Destination location: Iowa City
    Operated by: FlixBus + Greyhound
    FlixBus + Greyhound
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Bus Indianapolis to Iowa City: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$84
Average bus trip duration15h 30m
Number of daily buses1
Earliest bus departure07:10
Distance310 miles
Latest bus departure21:35

Indianapolis to Iowa City Bus

With Busbud, comparing and booking tickets for a bus from Indianapolis to Iowa City is a breeze. Browse through an extensive selection of bus fares and bus schedules to find the best deals.

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Iowa City from Indianapolis, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - Iowa City

  1. What's the distance between Indianapolis and Iowa City by coach?

    The journey from Indianapolis to Iowa City by coach covers an approximate distance of 310 miles (500 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Indianapolis to Iowa City without flying?

    To travel from Indianapolis to Iowa City without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Iowa City as early as possible.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Indianapolis to Iowa City.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Indianapolis to Iowa City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Indianapolis to Iowa City.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Indianapolis to Iowa City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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