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How to Travel from

Iowa City to Columbus

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$700.62
Plane from Quad City International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 6m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$891.70

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$420.37
Plane from Quad City International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$522.28

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Quad City International Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$891.70

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Toledo
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$30.57–$127.39

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$101.91

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$114.65

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Iowa City to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$47.13–$140.12
Bus from Iowa City to Moline
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$57.32
Bus from Iowa City to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$53.50
Bus from Davenport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.41–$95.54

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Chicago to N
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$89.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Columbus is to drive which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Columbus is to fly which takes 7h 1m and costs $173.91 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Columbus?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Columbus. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Columbus via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Columbus?

The distance between Iowa City and Columbus is 830 km. The road distance is 857.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Columbus without a car is to bus which takes 13h 30m and costs $65.22 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Iowa City to Columbus, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Iowa City to Columbus?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Columbus is to fly which takes 7h 1m and costs $173.91 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $217.39 and takes 13h 30m.

Where does the Iowa City to Columbus bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Iowa City and Columbus?

Columbus is 1h ahead of Iowa City. It is currently 02:25 in Iowa City and 03:25 in Columbus.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Columbus is 858 km. It takes approximately 8h 50m to drive from Iowa City to Columbus.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 496+ hotels available in Columbus. Prices start at $47.12 per night.
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