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How to Travel from

Iowa City to Detroit

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$560.50
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Bishop
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$611.45
Plane from Des Moines to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
3h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$700.62

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$331.20
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
6h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$484.07
Plane from Des Moines to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$394.90

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$560.50
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$764.32
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Bishop
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$611.45
Plane from Des Moines to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62

Allegiant Air

Website:
allegiantair.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Bishop
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.29–$700.62

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Dearborn
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.67–$140.12

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$178.34

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Flint to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$47.13
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$101.91
Bus from Chicago to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$121.02

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Iowa City to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$56.05
Bus from Davenport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$101.91
Bus from Iowa City to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$48.41–$140.12
Bus from Iowa City to Moline
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.57–$58.60
Bus from Iowa City to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.49–$76.43

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Detroit is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Detroit is to fly which takes 6h 43m and costs $130.43 - $326.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Detroit?

The distance between Iowa City and Detroit is 765 km. The road distance is 783.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Detroit without a car is to bus and train via Davenport which takes 11h 22m and costs $97.83 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Iowa City to Detroit, including transfers.

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

Iowa City to Detroit bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Iowa City station.

Bus or fly from Iowa City to Detroit?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Detroit is to fly which takes 6h 43m and costs $130.43 - $326.09 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $271.74 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Iowa City to Detroit bus arrive?

Iowa City to Detroit bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Iowa City and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Iowa City. It is currently 21:52 in Iowa City and 22:52 in Detroit.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Detroit is 783 km. It takes approximately 8h 4m to drive from Iowa City to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 367+ hotels available in Detroit. Prices start at $59.29 per night.
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