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How to Travel from

Iowa City to Pontiac

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Bishop
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$611.45
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 Bishop
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$828.01
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Capital
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32
Plane from Des Moines to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$700.62

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$331.20
Plane from Des Moines to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$394.90

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Bishop
Ave. Duration:
4h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$611.45
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$560.50
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Bishop
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$828.01
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
Estimated price:
$229.29–$700.62
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Bishop
Ave. Duration:
7h 13m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$292.99–$828.01

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Pontiac
Ave. Duration:
6h 11m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$40.76–$152.86
Train from Dearborn to Pontiac
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.01–$76.43

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 Chicago Bus Station to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$101.91

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

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Flint, MI to Pontiac,
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$21.66
Bus from East Lansing, MI to Pontiac,
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$50.95

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Pontiac is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Pontiac is to fly and bus which takes 7h 10m and costs $184.78 - $652.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Pontiac?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Pontiac. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Phoenix Center via Chicago Bus Station and Jefferson + Griswold. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 29m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Pontiac?

The distance between Iowa City and Pontiac is 870 km. The road distance is 784.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Pontiac without a car is to bus and train via Davenport which takes 11h 55m and costs $103.26 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 11h 55m to get from Iowa City to Pontiac, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Iowa City to Pontiac bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Iowa City and Pontiac?

Pontiac is 1h ahead of Iowa City. It is currently 03:09 in Iowa City and 04:09 in Pontiac.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Pontiac?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Pontiac is 785 km. It takes approximately 8h 13m to drive from Iowa City to Pontiac.

Where can I stay near Pontiac?

There are 218+ hotels available in Pontiac. Prices start at $49.27 per night.
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