Find coaches from New York City to Iowa City

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from New York City to Iowa City on 2 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound + FlixBus
    		NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
    		Iowa CityNo tags
    Greyhound
      		GW Bridge
      		Iowa CityNo tags
      Greyhound + FlixBus
        		Chinatown
        		Iowa CityNo tags
        Greyhound
          		New York Port Authority
          		Iowa CityNo tags
          FlixBus + Greyhound
            		NYC Midtown (31st St & 8th Ave)
            		Iowa CityNo tags

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            Get from New York City to Iowa City

            This route is served by bus only

            The journey takes about 1 day, 6 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$97, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            14bus per day
            1d 6hAverage duration
            1472 kmDistance
            37kgCO₂ emissions

            Bus New York City to Iowa City: Trip Overview

            Average ticket priceUS$246
            Average bus trip duration1d 6h
            Number of daily buses14
            Earliest bus departure01:35
            Distance1472 km
            Latest bus departure23:59

            New York City to Iowa City Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip New York City - Iowa City

            1. How much does a bus ticket from New York City to Iowa City cost?

              The bus ticket price from New York City to Iowa City starts at US$97. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from New York City to Iowa City is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

            2. How long is the bus ride from New York City to Iowa City?

              The average travel time between New York City and Iowa City is around 1d 6h, although the fastest bus will take about 1d 1h. This is the time it takes to travel the 1470 km that separates the two cities.

            3. How many daily bus connections are there between New York City and Iowa City?

              The number of buses from New York City to Iowa City can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from New York City to Iowa City by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

            4. Which bus companies travel from New York City to Iowa City?

              When taking the bus from New York City to Iowa City, you can travel comfortably and safely with Greyhound, FlixBus.

            5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from New York City to Iowa City?

              Buses travelling between New York City and Iowa City leave from GW Bridge or New York Port Authority and arrive at Court Street Bus Station.

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

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            US$217
            01/11
            US$360
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            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from New York City to Iowa City as early as possible.

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            Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from New York City to Iowa City, get comfy and count the stars.

            Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from New York City to Iowa City will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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            Did you know?

            One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

            Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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

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