No buses found
We are not able to find a bus between these two places.
The cheapest and fastest busesfrom Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IAShowing times and prices for Jul 09
Cheapest price
-
Average price
-
Fastest journey
-
Average duration
-
Buses per day
-
Distance
-
Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA bus
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a flight costs an average of $355.
Distance: 208 miles (335 km)
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$85 Average price Cheapest | $394 Average price | $52 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 46m Average total duration 8h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA:
A bus is $309 (€253) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA costing on average $394 (€323).
Other travel options to Iowa City, IA take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 16m.
You'll arrive about {timeSavings} sooner ({durationInMinutes} by bus vs {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car) and save roughly {savingsAmount} compared to fuel and tolls ({cheapestPrice} vs {drivingPriceInCents}). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by {directProviders}.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 08:25AM | Arrival Time 06:45PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 09:25AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $78 |
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 10:15PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $98 |
Live departures
Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA buses for tomorrow, Friday, July 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2:00 PM Milwaukee, WI | 7h15 | 9:15 PM Iowa City, IA | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 3:20 PM Milwaukee, WI | 6h55 | 10:15 PM Iowa City, IA | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey
Compare prices and tickets Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA by bus or flight
Compare bus and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Jul 10
Jul 11
Jul 12
Jul 13
Jul 14
Jul 15
Jul 16
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA
USAUSA
Buses from Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $78 (€64) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 03:20, the last at 14:45. The fastest bus covers the 208 miles (335 km) distance in 6h 55m.
Distance 208 miles (335 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€64) |
Buses per day 4 |
Fastest bus 6h 55m |
First bus 3:20 AM |
Last bus 2:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Iowa City, IA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA
Most Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA buses use the Milwaukee, Intermodal Station to Iowa City, E Court St (Greyhound Bus Station) station pair, with some services arriving at Iowa City, S Riverside Dr (Kum & Go). Use this guide to compare Milwaukee, WI and Iowa City, IA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Milwaukee, Intermodal Station from Milwaukee city centre
Getting to Milwaukee, General Mitchell International Airport (Wisconsin Coach ORD-MKE Bus Stop) from Milwaukee city centre
Getting to Iowa City, E Court St (Greyhound Bus Station) from Iowa City city centre
Most popular bus connections from Milwaukee, WI
More options for your journey from Milwaukee, WI to Iowa City, IA
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
Most popular buses to and from Iowa City, IA and Milwaukee, WI
Most popular bus connections to Iowa City, IA
The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
