Bus Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA: Compare prices and save money

Compare all timetables for the bus from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA from various bus operators like FlixBus for the next days.

today

$43

tomorrow

$47

Wednesday

Thursday

$46

Friday

$55

Saturday

$50

Sunday

Cheapest bus trips today
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	9h 55m	6:45 AM	Madison, WI	Chazen Museum	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Chazen Museum, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/20/2026 6:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/20/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
	FlixBus	9h 40m	7:00 AM	Madison, WI	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$43	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Dutch Mill Park & Ride, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/20/2026 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/20/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $43 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	9h 55m	6:45 AM	Madison, WI	University Wisconsin-Madison	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/21/2026 6:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/21/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
	FlixBus	9h 40m	7:00 AM	Madison, WI	W Transfer Point	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$47	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Transfer Point, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/21/2026 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/21/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $47 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	9h 55m	6:45 AM	Madison, WI	Chazen Museum	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Chazen Museum, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/23/2026 6:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/23/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
	FlixBus	9h 40m	7:00 AM	Madison, WI	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$46	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Dutch Mill Park & Ride, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/23/2026 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/23/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $46 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m

Cheapest bus trips Friday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	9h 40m	7:00 AM	Madison, WI	W Transfer Point	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$55	A Bus from FlixBus goes from W Transfer Point, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/24/2026 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/24/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $55 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m
	FlixBus	9h 55m	6:45 AM	Madison, WI	University Wisconsin-Madison	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$56	A Bus from FlixBus goes from University Wisconsin-Madison, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/24/2026 6:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/24/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $56 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	FlixBus	9h 55m	6:45 AM	Madison, WI	Chazen Museum	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Chazen Museum, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/25/2026 6:45:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/25/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 55m
	FlixBus	9h 40m	7:00 AM	Madison, WI	Dutch Mill Park & Ride	4:40 PM	Iowa City, IA	Bus Stop		Economy	$50	A Bus from FlixBus goes from Dutch Mill Park & Ride, Madison, WI (USA) at 4/25/2026 7:00:00 AM to Bus Stop, Iowa City, IA (USA) arriving at 4/25/2026 4:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $50 per person are available. Travel duration is 9h 40m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA is $42 on 5/14/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA

Compare all providers like FlixBus that travel 2 times every day by bus from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA starting from $42!

Cheapest Bus	$42
Fastest Bus	9h 40m
Earliest Bus	6:45 AM
Latest Bus	7:00 AM
Daily Bus Routes	2 Ø
Distance	146.6 miles
Bus Companies	FlixBus

Cheapest bus connections from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA

Every day, 2 buses from 1 bus companies leave Madison, WI for Iowa City, IA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 04/20/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 04/19

Monday 04/20

$43

Tuesday 04/21

$47

Wednesday 04/22

Thursday 04/23

$46

Friday 04/24

$55

Saturday 04/25

$54

Sunday 04/26

Monday 04/27

$48

Tuesday 04/28

$50

Wednesday 04/29

Thursday 04/30

$48

Friday 05/01

Saturday 05/02

$51

Sunday 05/03

$51

Monday 05/04

$49

Tuesday 05/05

Wednesday 05/06

Thursday 05/07

Friday 05/08

Saturday 05/09

$51

Sunday 05/10

Monday 05/11

$47

Tuesday 05/12

$49

Wednesday 05/13

Thursday 05/14

$42

Friday 05/15

$48

Saturday 05/16

How to save money travelling from Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA

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

FlixBus from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA

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

Cheapest Price	$43
Fastest Bus	9h 40m
Earliest Bus	6:45 AM
Last Bus	7:00 AM
Daily Connections	2 Ø
Found on	3/26/2026

All bus stations and stops in Madison, WI and Iowa City, IA

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

Dutch Mill Park & Ride

E Broadway

University Wisconsin-Madison

North Lake Street 200

Bus Stop

Memorial Union Building

Langdon Street 800

Chazen Museum

University Avenue 750-800

Bus Stop

E Court St 170

Coralville Transit Facility

Quarry Rd

Iowa City Bus Stop

Iowa City Iowa City

Service and Comfort on the bus from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA

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

FAQs about the Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA bus

How much does a Madison, WI Iowa City, IA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $42 and takes 9h 55m to reach Iowa City, IA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA?

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $42 and $56. 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 Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA each day?

Every day, the Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA bus route is served by approximately 2 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA take?

The fastest bus from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA is offered by FlixBus and takes 9h 40m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $43. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA?

The earliest bus arriving in Iowa City, IA from Madison, WI starts at 6:45 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 Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA?

The latest bus trip departing from Madison, WI for Iowa City, IA starts at 7:00 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 Madison, WI Iowa City, IA route?

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

Is there a direct bus between Madison, WI and Iowa City, IA?

You can check all the direct connections between Madison, WI 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.

What can I take with me on the Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI 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 Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Madison, WI to Iowa City, IA

Economy

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

More bus routes to Madison, WI and to Iowa City, IA

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