Find coaches from Iowa City to Minneapolis

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Next departures from Iowa City to Minneapolis on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Iowa City
Minneapolis Bus StationCheapest
Greyhound Lines, Inc. + FlixBus
Iowa City
Minneapolis Bus StationFastest

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Get from Iowa City to Minneapolis

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The journey takes about 16 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day
16h 30mAverage duration
397 kmDistance
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Iowa City to Minneapolis: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$130
Average bus trip duration16h 30m
Number of daily buses2
Earliest bus departure07:50
Distance396 km
Latest bus departure13:55

Iowa City to Minneapolis Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Iowa City - Minneapolis

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

    The bus ticket price from Iowa City to Minneapolis starts at US$117. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Iowa City to Minneapolis 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 Iowa City to Minneapolis?

    The average travel time between Iowa City and Minneapolis is around 16h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 15h 35m. This is the time it takes to travel the 396 km that separates the two cities.

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

    The number of buses from Iowa City to Minneapolis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 2 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Iowa City to Minneapolis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Iowa City to Minneapolis?

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

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found
28/10
US$133
29/10
US$131
Today
US$124
31/10
US$110
01/11
US$109
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Iowa City to Minneapolis was searched and found on 01 Nov 2025 with a price of US$109

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

You can expect to pay from US$109 to US$133 for a bus ticket from Iowa City to Minneapolis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$109, which is on 2025-11-01.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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

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

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

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Iowa City to Minneapolis, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

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.

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!

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