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Cedar Rapids Airport Shuttle & Charter Bus Rentals
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- Up to 56passengers on one charter bus, with under-bus luggage bays
Serving All Airports Through One of the Largest Bus Networks in Cedar Rapids
- The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
- Quad Cities International Airport (MLI)
- Des Moines International Airport (DSM)
- Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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Every group organizer knows the old headache of calling five local bus companies one by one, describing your flight schedule over and over, and waiting around on callbacks that never line up. Bus
Types of Buses Available
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You can count on finding the exact vehicle that fits YOUR headcount, YOUR luggage needs, and YOUR budget when you search our statewide network! One local company might only own limos, while another only has school buses... but on Bus
*Photos and vehicles shown above are examples of typical bus types and may not be the exact make or model offered for your trip. We are a bus rental comparison website—not a transportation company—and do not own or operate vehicles, so you're never stuck with whatever one single fleet has parked in its lot! Fill out the (no account needed!) to compare current vehicle options, photos, live availability, and pricing from one of the largest networks of independent bus companies, and confirm your exact vehicle details and amenities before booking.
Cedar Rapids Airport Shuttles at The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)
One quick trip down I-380 South and Wright Brothers Boulevard SW is all it takes when you book a private shuttle to or from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) at 2515 Arthur Collins Pkwy SW! Instead of splitting your group into a dozen expensive rideshares or hauling heavy bags across the long-term surface lots, your private bus drops your entire group off together right at the main terminal curb in front of ticketing. For arriving flights, commercial idling isn't permitted at the terminal curb, so your driver will wait in the CID Cell Phone Lot on Arthur Collins Parkway (just before the rental car return entrance) and track your flight in real time. Once everyone has grabbed their bags from the lower-level baggage claim, just text your driver and your bus will pull right up to the outer commercial ground transportation lane so your whole group can load up and roll out in minutes!
Cedar Rapids Airport Transfers to Downtown Convention Centers & Venues
From the moment your group steps off the plane at CID, a private charter bus makes the 15-minute ride up I-380 North into Downtown Cedar Rapids completely stress-free! Heading straight to a trade show or corporate conference at the Alliant Energy PowerHouse or the attached DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex at 350 First Ave NE? Your driver can take Exit 20B onto 1st Avenue E and pull directly into the designated convention drop-off loop along 1st Avenue NE or unload near the 4th Street NE entrance so your team skips the downtown parking ramps completely. If you're flying in performers, tournament athletes, or VIP guests for a major event at the ImOn Ice Arena or the McGrath Amphitheatre along the Cedar River at 401 1st St SE, your bus handles all the gear storage and downtown traffic navigation. We also make it easy to book Cedar Rapids wedding shuttles for out-of-town family members flying in for receptions in the NewBo District or the Czech Village! Book a one-way airport transfer or a multi-stop package that stays with your group all weekend long!
Customizable Airport Transfer Services in Cedar Rapids
You'll love how easy it is to build a custom airport shuttle package around YOUR exact flight itinerary! Whether you need a quick one-way transfer from CID to Coe College or Mount Mercy University, a round-trip shuttle for a corporate event at the Collins Aerospace campus on Collins Road NE, or an hourly shuttle looping between airport hotels like the Hotel at Kirkwood Center, Bus
Shuttle Services for Airline Employees and Passengers
It just got easier for airlines, fixed-base operators (FBOs), and travel coordinators at The Eastern Iowa Airport to arrange dependable ground transportation on demand! We also help airlines book recurring employee shuttle services to transport pilots, flight attendants, and ground crews between employee parking lots, terminal gates, and layover hotels on a strict 24/7 rotation. Need discreet, high-capacity transport for government and military groups arriving via charter flight at the PSAir Charter FBO on Wright Brothers Blvd? Share your trip details once in our online quote tool to lock in compliant, climate-controlled buses with plenty of undercarriage space for rucksacks, flight kits, and group luggage!
Our Pricing & Packages
How Much Does Airport Transportation in Cedar Rapids Cost?
| Common Cedar Rapids Airport Route | Distance / Drive Time | Sprinter Van (11–14 Pass.)* | Minibus (15–35 Pass.)* | 56-Passenger Charter Bus* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Rapids ↔ The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) | ~7 miles (10–15 min) | $380–$746+ | $360–$740+ | $410–$770+ |
| Cedar Rapids ↔ Quad Cities International (MLI) | ~85–90 miles (1 hr 40 min – 1 hr 55 min) | $760–$1,492+ | $720–$1,480+ | $820–$1,540+ |
| Cedar Rapids ↔ Des Moines International (DSM) | ~125 miles (2 hr 20 min – 2 hr 40 min) | $950–$2,238+ | $900–$2,220+ | $1,025–$2,310+ |
| Cedar Rapids ↔ Chicago O'Hare (ORD) | ~215–225 miles (3 hr 45 min – 4 hr 20 min) | $1,520–$3,357+ | $1,440–$3,330+ | $1,640–$3,465+ |
| Hourly rate (weekdays / weekends) | 2- to 5-hour minimum* | $190–$373+ / $218–$466+ | $180–$370+ / $180–$385+ | $205–$385+ / $225–$410+ |
*Planning estimates from the independent bus companies in the network, not a quote for your date. Each route is figured from weekday hourly rates for the bus's drive there and back, rounded up to whole hours, with the 2-hour minimum. Your exact price depends on your travel date, passenger and luggage count, and the bus you pick. Standard minimums: 2 hours Monday through Wednesday or earlier in the day, 3 hours or more after 5 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays, and up to 5 hours on the busiest dates. These are just standard minimums. Outside trip costs like Illinois Tollway tolls on the Chicago O'Hare route and parking are paid separately.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cedar Rapids Airport Transfers
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Contact usHow can I get a Cedar Rapids airport shuttle quote?
Getting your free price quote takes less than 30 seconds! Just fill out the quick online form on this page with your travel date, passenger count, and pickup/drop-off locations at CID or around Cedar Rapids. You'll instantly see buses, interior photos, and live pricing right on your screen with NO account needed. Plus, we'll send a copy of your quotes straight to your text and email so you can easily review them with your group!
Does Busrentalcompanycedarrapids.com own the airport shuttle buses?
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Where does my charter bus pick up and drop off at The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)?
For departures at CID, your driver can drop your group off right at the main terminal curb outside the ticketing area on Arthur Collins Parkway SW. Because airport security prohibits commercial vehicles from idling at the curb, arriving groups should gather all luggage at baggage claim first, then text the driver waiting nearby in the CID Cell Phone Lot. Your bus will pull up to the outer commercial ground transportation lane outside baggage claim for a fast, seamless boarding process!
What if my flight into Cedar Rapids is delayed or lands early?
Don't sweat it! When you book your airport transfer online, our confirmation department will verify your airline and flight number ahead of time so your local operator can track your flight's live status. Whether your plane touches down 20 minutes early or gets delayed by Midwest weather, your driver will adjust staging times accordingly so your ride is waiting when you walk out of the terminal!
What types of buses are best for Cedar Rapids airport transfers?
It depends on your headcount and how much luggage everyone is packing! For 10 to 14 travelers with standard suitcases, a sprinter van is quick and economical, while mid-sized groups of 15 to 35 love minibuses with overhead storage bins. If you're moving 40 to 56 passengers with heavy checked bags, golf clubs, or athletic gear, a full-size 56-passenger motorcoach gives you huge underneath luggage bays, onboard WiFi, power outlets, and an onboard restroom for longer rides down I-380!
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