Bus San Diego to Iowa City: Trip Overview
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San Diego to Iowa City Bus
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Frequently asked questions on the trip San Diego (CA), US - Iowa City
How long is the bus trip from San Diego to Iowa City?
The typical travel time from San Diego to Iowa City by bus is around 2d 17h. For the shortest travel time, select the fastest bus available, which will take you to Iowa City in about 2d 14h.
How far is San Diego from Iowa City?
It's about 2470 km (1531 miles) from San Diego to Iowa City.
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from San Diego to Iowa City?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Mission Valley Sheraton, in San Diego, and end it at Court Street Bus Station, in Iowa City.
What is the cheapest way to travel from San Diego to Iowa City?
The least expensive way to go from San Diego to Iowa City would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$225, making this your best choice for this trip.
How much does it cost to take the bus from San Diego to Iowa City?
Taking the bus from San Diego to Iowa City costs on average US$305.
Can I take an overnight bus from San Diego to Iowa City?
Yes! Catch buses leaving from San Diego until 7:35pm and reaching Iowa City on the following day.
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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from San Diego to Iowa City was searched and found on Jun 8, 2025 with a price of US$278To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from San Diego to Iowa City, as early as possible.
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Bus Travel Tips
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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from San Diego to Iowa City will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.
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Did you know?
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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