Green Bay to Iowa City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

265.2 miles 426.8 km · straight line
331.5 miles estimated 533.5 km · driving distance
6h 40min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
223° SW bearing direction

How far is Green Bay from Iowa City?

The distance from Green Bay to Iowa City is 265.2 miles (426.8 km) as the crow flies. Iowa City is located SW of Green Bay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 331.5 miles, taking about 6h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Green Bay in Wisconsin and Iowa City in Iowa.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Green Bay and Iowa City. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Green Bay to Iowa City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 40min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 0min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 20min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Green Bay & Iowa City

Quick Facts

Green Bay
44.52°N, 88.02°W
America/Chicago
180m elevation
Iowa City
41.66°N, 91.53°W
America/Chicago
204m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 88 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients