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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa City to Cincinnati is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 7h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa City to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $120 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa City and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa City to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Iowa City and arriving at Cincinnati via Davenport and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

How far is it from Iowa City to Cincinnati?

The distance between Iowa City and Cincinnati is 458 miles. The road distance is 465.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa City to Cincinnati without a car is to bus via Davenport which takes 11h 20m and costs $100 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Iowa City to Cincinnati, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Iowa City to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Iowa City to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $120 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Davenport, which costs $100 - $230 and takes 11h 20m.

Where does the Iowa City to Cincinnati bus arrive?

Iowa City to Cincinnati bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Davenport station.

What is the time difference between Iowa City and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Iowa City. It is currently 10:17 PM in Iowa City and 11:17 PM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Iowa City to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa City to Cincinnati is 465 miles. It takes approximately 7h 52m to drive from Iowa City to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 737+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

Iowa City to Cincinnati - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Iowa City to Cincinnati by plane, bus (Flixbus), car, bus, train, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport
best
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Covington (CVG)CID - CVG
6h 47m
$124–692
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to ChicagoDes Moines / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to CincinnatiFlixBus 2514
11h 55m
$83–207
Bus via Davenport
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Davenport
2. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicago
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati
11h 20m
$105–223
Drive 462.4 mi
1. Drive from Iowa City to Cincinnati462.4 mi
7h 52m
$85–122
Bus to Quad City International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Moline
2. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Covington (CVG)MLI - CVG
8h 18m
$130–653
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to Davenport
2. Take the bus from Davenport to Chicago
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolis
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Cincinnati
13h 52m
$110–293
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Iowa City to ChicagoDes Moines / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnati Bus StationGreyhound US0120
14h 25m
$84–277

Iowa City to Cincinnati by bus

6Weekly Buses

11h 20mAverage Duration

$105Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa City to Cincinnati.

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Distance: 455.4 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

What companies run services between Iowa City, IA, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Covington (CVG) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Iowa City to Cincinnati via Davenport and Chicago Bus Station in around 11h 20m.

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