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University of Northern Iowa - - Transportation

The closest major airport is Des Moines International Airport, located in Des Moines, IA, at a distance of 92 miles from the city center of Cedar Falls, IA.

Getting around in Cedar Falls, IA

Throughout the county, the public transportation bus system is provided by the MET Buses, which also provide stops to Cedar Falls. Stop signs are posted in some areas of the community, just to help people spot them more easily, especially for first-time Cedar Falls visitors. The regular single-trip adult fare is $1.50, $0.75 for students, and free of charge for children under 6 years old.

All MET buses are bike - friendly, being equipped with bike racks, making it easier for visitors to get around in the city, especially if they're on a budget, during their stay in Cedar Falls, because, they can combine riding the bike with using the public transportation service, and, therefore, save money.

Some of the previous visitors say that the best way to get around in Cedar Falls is by driving, because this way you don't have to wait for the bus to arrive and you don't have to worry about getting in the right one, either. However, if you cannot afford to waste money, while staying in Cedar Falls, the most convenient way to travel within the city limits remains the bus.

How to get to University of Northern Iowa campus?

Easy! Just follow the driving directions listed below!

From Des Moines International Airport: Start by heading southeast and continue straight onto Army Post Road. Continue onto SW 30th Street and then, continue onto SW 28th Street. Turn left at Army Post Road and turn left again, at SE 14th Street. Continue onto E 15th Street and turn right to merge onto I-235 E. Continue onto I-35 N and take exit 142A to merge onto US-20 E toward Waterloo. Take exit 224 for IA-58 S/Hudson Road and turn left at S Hudson Road/IA-58 N. Continue to follow S Hudson Road and turn right at W 23rd Street. Make a right again and destination will be on the right.