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How to Travel from

Iowa City to Madison

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Dane
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$560.50
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Dane
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Dane
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$318.46
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Dane
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$509.54

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Dane
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$560.50
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Dane
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$764.32

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukee
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$12.74–$89.17

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison,
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.19–$49.68
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Madison
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.83–$76.43

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 Moline
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.57–$58.60
Bus from Iowa City to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$48.41–$140.12

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison,
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$62.42

Lamers Bus Lines

Phone:
+1 800-236-1240
Website:
golamers.com/
Bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison,
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.93–$28.02

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
Website:
coachusa.com/van-galder-bus-company
Bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$22.93–$45.86

Badger Bus

Phone:
+1 414-266-4409
Website:
badgerbus.com
Bus from Milwaukee, WI - Amtrak to Madison,
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.75–$35.67

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Madison is to drive which costs $30.43 - $45.65 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Madison is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs $30.43 - $45.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Madison?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Madison. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 52m.

Is there a direct flight between Iowa City and Madison?

There are no direct flights between Iowa City and Madison. The fastest has 1 change and takes 3h 26m and costs $81.52 - $271.74 .

How far is it from Iowa City to Madison?

The distance between Iowa City and Madison is 286 km. The road distance is 281.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Madison without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 48m and costs $86.96 - $271.74 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Iowa City to Madison, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Iowa City to Madison?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Madison is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $103.26 - $315.22 . Alternatively, you can bus via Chicago, which costs $59.78 - $163.04 and takes 9h 52m.

Where does the Iowa City to Madison bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iowa City to Madison?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Madison is 281 km. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Iowa City to Madison.

Where can I stay near Madison?

There are 108+ hotels available in Madison. Prices start at $54.24 per night.
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