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Seven ways to Travel from Gainesville to Iowa City

Composite routes from Gainesville to Iowa City

Cheapest
19 h 34 min
Car
1839 km.
from $101
Other
33 h 19 min
1570 km.
from $279.74
44 h 53 min
Train
1570 km.
from $533.80
6 h 54 min
Plane
1570 km.
from $316.99
11 h 3 min
Bus, Plane
1570 km.
from $367.77
29 h 10 min
1569 km.
from $368.12

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to The
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$1,019.09
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Quad
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$955.39

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to The
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$560.50
Plane from Gainesville Regional Airport to Quad
Ave. Duration:
6h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$522.28

Allegiant Air

Website:
allegiantair.com/
Plane from Orlando Sanford to The
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$140.12–$458.59

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Jacksonville to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
35h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$152.86–$496.81
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$343.94
Bus from Gainesville Bus Stop to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.48–$191.08
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Gary
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.78–$343.94
Bus from Gary Bus Station to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$140.12

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Gainesville to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$114.65
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$52.23–$165.60
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
14h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$203.82

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from St Louis to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$145.55
Bus from Burlington to Iowa
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$63.69
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$54.78
Bus from Davenport to Iowa
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.30–$57.32
Bus from Chicago to Iowa
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$114.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Iowa City?

The cheapest way to get from Gainesville to Iowa City is to night bus and bus which costs $141.30 - $423.91 and takes 26h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gainesville to Iowa City?

The fastest way to get from Gainesville to Iowa City is to drive and fly which takes 6h 54m and costs $152.17 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Gainesville and Iowa City?

No, there is no direct bus from Gainesville to Iowa City. However, there are services departing from Gainesville and arriving at Iowa City via Atlanta Bus Station, St Louis and Burlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 5m.

How far is it from Gainesville to Iowa City?

The distance between Gainesville and Iowa City is 1644 km. The road distance is 1840 km.

How do I travel from Gainesville to Iowa City without a car?

The best way to get from Gainesville to Iowa City without a car is to night bus and bus which takes 26h 5m and costs $141.30 - $423.91 .

How long does it take to get from Gainesville to Iowa City?

It takes approximately 7h 39m to get from Gainesville to Iowa City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gainesville to Iowa City bus from?

Gainesville to Iowa City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Gainesville station.

Bus or fly from Gainesville to Iowa City?

The best way to get from Gainesville to Iowa City is to fly which takes 7h 39m and costs $228.26 - $521.74 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $489.13 and takes 29h 10m.

Where does the Gainesville to Iowa City bus arrive?

Gainesville to Iowa City bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Atlanta Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Gainesville and Iowa City?

Iowa City is 1h behind Gainesville. It is currently 01:10 in Gainesville and 00:10 in Iowa City.

Can I drive from Gainesville to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Gainesville to Iowa City is 1840 km. It takes approximately 19h 31m to drive from Gainesville to Iowa City.

How do I get a bus ticket from Gainesville to Iowa City?

Book your Gainesville to Iowa City bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Iowa City?

There are 52+ hotels available in Iowa City. Prices start at $46.86 per night.
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