Bus Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA from various bus operators like FlixBus or Greyhound US for the next days.

today

$64

tomorrow

$63

Sunday

Monday

$58

Tuesday

Wednesday

$55

Thursday

$43

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	6h 55m	10:45 AM	Lafayette, IN	Next to CityBus Center	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$64	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/16/2026 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/16/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $64 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
	Greyhound US	8h 5m	6:40 AM	Lafayette, IN	Next to CityBus Center	1:45 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$90	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/16/2026 6:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/16/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $90 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Greyhound US	8h 5m	6:40 AM	Lafayette, IN	Next to CityBus Center	1:45 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$63	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/17/2026 6:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/17/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m
	FlixBus	6h 55m	10:45 AM	Lafayette, IN	Next to CityBus Center	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$63	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/17/2026 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/17/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m

Did you know that if you travel from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA via Chicago, you can save more than $6? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- FlixBus
  
  8h 35m
  
  0
  
  4:30 AM
  
  Lafayette, IN
  Next to CityBus Center
  
  5:40 AM
  
  Chicago
  95th Red Line Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $27
  
  A Bus from FlixBus goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/19/2026 4:30:00 AM to 95th Red Line Station, Chicago (USA) arriving at 10/19/2026 5:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 10m
- Greyhound US
  
  5h 55m
  
  0
  
  6:10 AM
  
  Chicago
  Downtown Bus Station
  
  12:05 PM
  
  Iowa City, IA
  Bus Stop
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Downtown Bus Station, Chicago (USA) at 10/19/2026 6:10:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/19/2026 12:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 55m
Travel time is 2h 40m longer, but you will save $6

Cheapest bus trips Monday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	6h 55m	10:45 AM	Lafayette, IN	Next to CityBus Center	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$58	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/19/2026 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/19/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	6h 55m	10:45 AM	Lafayette, IN	Next to CityBus Center	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$55	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/21/2026 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/21/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
	Greyhound US	8h 5m	6:40 AM	Lafayette, IN	Next to CityBus Center	1:45 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$58	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/21/2026 6:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/21/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	6h 55m	10:45 AM	Lafayette, IN	Next to CityBus Center	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/22/2026 10:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/22/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 55m
	Greyhound US	8h 5m	6:40 AM	Lafayette, IN	Next to CityBus Center	1:45 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$49	A Bus from Greyhound US goes from Next to CityBus Center, Lafayette, IN (USA) at 10/22/2026 6:40:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 10/22/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $49 per person are available. Travel duration is 8h 5m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA is $43 on 10/22/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 1 times every day by bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA starting from $43!

Cheapest Bus	$43
Fastest Bus	5h 55m
Earliest Bus	6:40 AM
Latest Bus	10:45 AM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	257.4 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA

Every day, 1 buses from 2 bus companies leave Lafayette, IN for Iowa City, IA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 10/16/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 10/11

Monday 10/12

Tuesday 10/13

Wednesday 10/14

Thursday 10/15

Friday 10/16

$64

Saturday 10/17

$63

Sunday 10/18

Monday 10/19

$58

Tuesday 10/20

Wednesday 10/21

$55

Thursday 10/22

$43

Friday 10/23

Saturday 10/24

$48

Sunday 10/25

Monday 10/26

Tuesday 10/27

$45

Wednesday 10/28

Thursday 10/29

Friday 10/30

Saturday 10/31

$53

Sunday 11/01

Monday 11/02

$63

Tuesday 11/03

$55

Wednesday 11/04

Thursday 11/05

$52

Friday 11/06

Saturday 11/07

How to save money travelling from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA

These are the most booked bus companies between Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA from our users.

FlixBus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA

Here you will find the key facts about the FlixBus bus route Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA:

Cheapest Price	$43
Fastest Bus	5h 55m
Earliest Bus	10:45 AM
Last Bus	10:45 AM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	9/22/2026

All bus stations and stops in Lafayette, IN and Iowa City, IA

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Lafayette, IN and Iowa City, IA.

Next to CityBus Center

N 3Rd St (between Brown and North Street) 410

Bus Stop

West Lafayette, IN

N Grant St 103-173

Progress Drive / Roy Meeks Way

Bus Stop

E Court St 170

Iowa City Bus Stop

Iowa City Iowa City

Coralville Transit Facility

Quarry Rd

Service and Comfort on the bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA? Or which bus companies serve the route Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA bus

How much does a Lafayette, IN Iowa City, IA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $43 and takes 5h 55m to reach Iowa City, IA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $43 and $90. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Iowa City, IA.

On average, how many connections are available from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA each day?

Every day, the Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA take?

The fastest bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA is offered by FlixBus and takes 5h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $64. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA?

The earliest bus arriving in Iowa City, IA from Lafayette, IN starts at 6:40 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA?

The latest bus trip departing from Lafayette, IN for Iowa City, IA starts at 10:45 AM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Lafayette, IN Iowa City, IA route?

When traveling by bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA, passengers can travel with FlixBus and Greyhound US. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Lafayette, IN and Iowa City, IA?

You can check all the direct connections between Lafayette, IN and Iowa City, IA by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: FlixBus and Greyhound US.

What can I take with me on the Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Lafayette, IN Iowa City, IA bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Lafayette, IN Iowa City, IA bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Lafayette, IN to Iowa City, IA

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Lafayette, IN and to Iowa City, IA

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Lafayette, IN and to Iowa City, IA. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!