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Next departures from Indianapolis to Iowa City on 11 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Iowa CityCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Iowa CityFastest
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Indianapolis Bus Station
Iowa CityNo tags
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Downtown Transit Center
Iowa CityNo tags

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Bus Indianapolis to Iowa City: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$56
Average bus trip duration13h 55m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure03:15
Distance310 miles
Latest bus departure21:35

Indianapolis to Iowa City Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Iowa City from Indianapolis, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Indianapolis - Iowa City

  1. What's the distance between Indianapolis and Iowa City by coach?

    The journey from Indianapolis to Iowa City by coach covers an approximate distance of 310 miles (500 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Indianapolis to Iowa City without flying?

    To travel from Indianapolis to Iowa City without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Indianapolis to Iowa City was searched and found on 10 Oct 2025 with a price of US$91

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Indianapolis to Iowa City as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$91 to US$147 for a bus ticket from Indianapolis to Iowa City based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$96, which is on 2025-10-11.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Indianapolis to Iowa City.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Indianapolis to Iowa City, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Indianapolis to Iowa City.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from Indianapolis to Iowa City while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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