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Compare all timetables for the bus from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA

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

today
$219
tomorrow
$225
Saturday
$225
Sunday
$219
Monday
$219
Tuesday
$219
Wednesday
$223

Cheapest bus trips today

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 75h 5m 8:40 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $219
FlixBus 73h 25m 8:40 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $219
FlixBus 73h 45m 8:20 AM Tucson, AZ East Tucson 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $219
Greyhound US 46h 0m 8:25 PM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 8:25 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $239
Greyhound US 61h 40m 8:25 PM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $239
  • Did you know that if you travel from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA via Chicago, you can save more than $36? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      52h 5m
      0
      6:00 AM
      Tucson, AZ
      University of Arizona
      5:45 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $154
    • Waiting Time 0h 25m
    • Greyhound US
      5h 55m
      0
      6:10 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:05 PM
      Iowa City, IA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $29
    Travel time is 4h 5m longer, but you will save $36

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 53h 45m 6:00 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $225
FlixBus 73h 25m 8:40 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $226
FlixBus 73h 45m 8:20 AM Tucson, AZ East Tucson 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $226
Greyhound US 49h 50m 9:55 AM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $229
Greyhound US 48h 10m 9:55 AM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $231
  • Did you know that if you travel from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA via Chicago, you can save more than $52? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      52h 5m
      0
      6:00 AM
      Tucson, AZ
      University of Arizona
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $143
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • Greyhound US
      5h 55m
      0
      6:10 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:05 PM
      Iowa City, IA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $29
    Travel time is 1h 55m longer, but you will save $52

Cheapest bus trips Saturday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 72h 45m 8:40 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 11:25 AM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $225
FlixBus 73h 5m 8:20 AM Tucson, AZ East Tucson 11:25 AM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $225
FlixBus 72h 30m 8:55 AM Tucson, AZ 6th Av/Pennington (NE) Bus Station 11:25 AM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $225
Greyhound US 51h 5m 7:00 AM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $227
Greyhound US 61h 40m 8:25 PM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $256
  • Did you know that if you travel from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA via Chicago, you can save more than $64? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      52h 5m
      0
      6:00 AM
      Tucson, AZ
      University of Arizona
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $131
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • Greyhound US
      5h 55m
      0
      6:10 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:05 PM
      Iowa City, IA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $29
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save $64

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 75h 5m 8:40 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $219
FlixBus 75h 25m 8:20 AM Tucson, AZ East Tucson 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $219
FlixBus 74h 50m 8:55 AM Tucson, AZ 6th Av/Pennington (NE) Bus Station 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $219
Greyhound US 51h 5m 7:00 AM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $219
Greyhound US 61h 40m 8:25 PM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $242
  • Did you know that if you travel from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA via Chicago, you can save more than $58? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      52h 5m
      0
      6:00 AM
      Tucson, AZ
      University of Arizona
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $131
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • Greyhound US
      5h 55m
      0
      6:10 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:05 PM
      Iowa City, IA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $29
    Travel Time is 1h 0m shorter, and you will save $58

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 75h 5m 8:40 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $219
FlixBus 75h 25m 8:20 AM Tucson, AZ East Tucson 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $219
FlixBus 74h 50m 8:55 AM Tucson, AZ 6th Av/Pennington (NE) Bus Station 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $219
Greyhound US 51h 5m 7:00 AM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $219
Greyhound US 49h 50m 9:55 AM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $223
  • Did you know that if you travel from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA via Chicago, you can save more than $58? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      52h 5m
      0
      6:00 AM
      Tucson, AZ
      University of Arizona
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $131
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • Greyhound US
      5h 55m
      0
      6:10 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:05 PM
      Iowa City, IA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $29
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save $58

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
FlixBus 73h 25m 8:40 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $219
FlixBus 75h 5m 8:40 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $219
FlixBus 75h 25m 8:20 AM Tucson, AZ East Tucson 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $219
Greyhound US 51h 5m 7:00 AM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $219
Greyhound US 49h 50m 9:55 AM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Iowa City Bus Stop  Economy $234
  • Did you know that if you travel from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA via Chicago, you can save more than $58? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      52h 5m
      0
      6:00 AM
      Tucson, AZ
      University of Arizona
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $131
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • Greyhound US
      5h 55m
      0
      6:10 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:05 PM
      Iowa City, IA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $29
    Travel time is 0h 15m longer, but you will save $58

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Greyhound US 51h 5m 7:00 AM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $223
FlixBus 53h 45m 6:00 AM Tucson, AZ University of Arizona 1:45 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $225
Greyhound US 61h 40m 8:25 PM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 12:05 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $243
Greyhound US 46h 0m 8:25 PM Tucson, AZ Greyhound Bus Station 8:25 PM Iowa City, IA Bus Stop  Economy $245
  • Did you know that if you travel from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA via Chicago, you can save more than $62? You can find the corresponding connections below.
    • FlixBus
      52h 5m
      0
      6:00 AM
      Tucson, AZ
      University of Arizona
      5:20 AM
      Chicago
      95th Red Line Station
      0
      FlixBus
      Economy
      $131
    • Waiting Time 0h 50m
    • Greyhound US
      5h 55m
      0
      6:10 AM
      Chicago
      Downtown Bus Station
      12:05 PM
      Iowa City, IA
      Bus Stop
      0
      Greyhound US
      Economy
      $29
    Travel time is 4h 5m longer, but you will save $62

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA is $216 on 6/23/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.


Frequency of bus connections between Tucson, AZ and Iowa City, IA

See here how frequent the connections between Tucson, AZ and Iowa City, IA are, during different times and days of the week.
Monday is the busiest day, with more than 22 daily buses from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 5 daily coaches between Tucson, AZ and Iowa City, IA.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 74 buses from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Tucson, AZ and Iowa City, IA, with 20 offers.

Facts about the bus from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA

Compare all providers like FlixBus and Greyhound US that travel 13 times every day by bus from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA in one click! Book your bus ticket from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA starting from $216!

Cheapest Bus $216
Fastest Bus 48h 0m
Earliest Bus 6:00 AM
Latest Bus 8:25 PM
Daily Bus Routes 13 Ø
Distance 1,249.8 miles
Bus Companies FlixBus and Greyhound US

Cheapest bus connections from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA

Every day, 13 buses from 2 bus companies leave Tucson, AZ for Iowa City, IA: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 06/04/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday 05/31
Monday 06/01
Tuesday 06/02
Wednesday 06/03
Thursday 06/04
$219
Friday 06/05
$225
Saturday 06/06
$225
Sunday 06/07
$219
Monday 06/08
$219
Tuesday 06/09
$219
Wednesday 06/10
$223
Thursday 06/11
$223
Friday 06/12
Saturday 06/13
$220
Sunday 06/14
$223
Monday 06/15
$222
Tuesday 06/16
$222
Wednesday 06/17
$219
Thursday 06/18
$223
Friday 06/19
$219
Saturday 06/20
Sunday 06/21
$220
Monday 06/22
$220
Tuesday 06/23
$216
Wednesday 06/24
Thursday 06/25
$222
Friday 06/26
$219
Saturday 06/27

The cheapest time to travel from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from $216, Sunday is the cheapest day for a bus from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA. Saturday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $220.
Morning is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA, with $219. Evening is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $235.

How to save money travelling from Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Tucson, AZ and Iowa City, IA

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

Service and Comfort on the bus from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA

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

FAQs about the Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA bus

How much does a Tucson, AZ Iowa City, IA bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $216 and takes 53h 5m to reach Iowa City, IA. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA?

This route is offered by 2 companies with a range of ticket prices between $216 and $267. 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 Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA each day?

Every day, the Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA bus route is served by approximately 13 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA take?

The fastest bus from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA is offered by Greyhound US and takes 48h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $243. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA?

The earliest bus arriving in Iowa City, IA from Tucson, AZ starts at 6:00 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 Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA?

The latest bus trip departing from Tucson, AZ for Iowa City, IA starts at 8:25 PM. 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 Tucson, AZ Iowa City, IA route?

When traveling by bus from Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ and Iowa City, IA?

You can check all the direct connections between Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ 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 Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA on your planned travel date.

How does CheckMyBus find the best bus deals from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA?

CheckMyBus collaborates directly with companies around the world to provide you with the best options when searching for a trip. We retrieve their first-hand data to show you real-time prices, schedules, and seat availability for 13 daily trips between Tucson, AZ and Iowa City, IA. With the most up-to-date information from verified sources, you can fairly compare all available options and choose the trip that suits you best.

How does CheckMyBus technology work for trips from Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA?

Prices and availability for 13 trips between Tucson, AZ and Iowa City, IA change constantly. To provide you with the most up-to-date information, we connect directly with bus operators, Online Travel Agencies (OTAs), and Global Distribution Systems (GDS) via real-time interfaces (APIs). The data collected from these sources undergoes strict quality checks, is processed within our infrastructure, and is then presented to you on our search results pages. Visit our About Us page to learn more.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Tucson, AZ to Iowa City, IA

Economy
Economy

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

More bus routes to Tucson, AZ and to Iowa City, IA

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

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