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Boulder to Iowa City

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Boulder, United States of America → Iowa City, United States of America

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Eight ways to Travel from Boulder to Iowa City

Composite routes from Boulder to Iowa City

Cheapest
Other

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Denver to Quad
Ave. Duration:
5h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Denver to The
Ave. Duration:
1h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$764.32
Plane from Denver to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$636.93
Plane from Denver to Quad
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Denver to The
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$47.13–$292.99
Plane from Denver to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$38.22–$254.77

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Denver to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$458.59

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Denver to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
15h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.17–$305.73

Bus operators

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Denver to Des
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.39–$267.51
Bus from Des Moines to Iowa
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$40.76–$82.80
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$54.78
Bus from Burlington to Iowa
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$63.69
Bus from Davenport to Iowa
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.30–$57.32
Bus from Omaha to Iowa
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.42–$121.02

Express Arrow

Phone:
+1-877-779-2999
Website:
expressarrow.com
Bus from Denver to Omaha,
Ave. Duration:
10h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$152.86–$178.34

Regional Transportation District

Phone:
+1 303-299-6000
Website:
rtd-denver.com/
Bus from US 36 & Flatiron Station Gate A to Denver
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.17
Bus from Downtown Boulder Station Gate 1 to Union
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.17

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Boulder to Iowa City is to drive which costs $141.30 - $206.52 and takes 12h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boulder to Iowa City is to bus and fly which takes 5h 56m and costs $65.22 - $304.35 .

Is there a direct bus between Boulder and Iowa City?

No, there is no direct bus from Boulder station to Iowa City. However, there are services departing from Downtown Boulder Station Gate 1 and arriving at Iowa City via Denver and Des Moines. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 48m.

How far is it from Boulder to Iowa City?

The distance between Boulder and Iowa City is 1220 km. The road distance is 1284.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Boulder to Iowa City without a car is to bus which takes 16h 48m and costs $141.30 - $304.35 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Boulder to Iowa City, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Boulder to Iowa City bus arrive?

Boulder to Iowa City bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Des Moines station.

What is the time difference between Boulder and Iowa City?

Iowa City is 1h ahead of Boulder. It is currently 10:31 in Boulder and 11:31 in Iowa City.

Can I drive from Boulder to Iowa City?

Yes, the driving distance between Boulder to Iowa City is 1284 km. It takes approximately 12h 15m to drive from Boulder to Iowa City.

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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