IA → NE · about 431 miles
Iowa City to Lexington bus schedule
Greyhound runs 7 direct buses a week from Iowa City to Lexington. The fastest takes 11 hours 30 minutes; every bus leaves at 4:50 PM.
Timetable data from · No schedule changes since at least
- Buses a week
- 7
- Fastest trip
- 11h 30m
- Leaves at
- 4:50 PM
Timetable
Every bus leaves from Iowa City Burlington Trailways and arrives at Lexington Phillips 66. Times are local to each stop. Timetables published by tds.ai, refreshed October 15, 2026. Schedules change, so check times when you book.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Days | Bus company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4:50 PM | 4:20 AM +1 day | 11h 30m | Daily | Greyhound Full timetable |
Route map
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Where to board in Iowa City Where you get off in Lexington The route of the busiest trip
Where to catch the bus in Iowa City
- Iowa City Burlington Trailways Map of Iowa City Burlington Trailways (Google Maps)
Where the bus stops in Lexington
- Lexington Phillips 66 Map of Lexington Phillips 66 (Google Maps)
Return trip: Lexington to Iowa City
Questions
How long is the bus from Iowa City to Lexington?
The fastest direct bus takes 11 hours 30 minutes.
What time is the first bus from Iowa City to Lexington?
Every departure is at 4:50 PM (Daily).
Which bus companies go from Iowa City to Lexington?
Greyhound runs direct buses on this route.
Where do I catch the bus in Iowa City?
Buses to Lexington leave from Iowa City Burlington Trailways.