Business Travel Needs Served Here
Business travel doesn’t have to feel like a hassle. In Council Bluffs, you’ll find everything you need to make your trip seamless and successful—from modern meeting spaces and full-service hotels to convenient dining, entertainment, and support services just steps away.
Air Travel, Amtrak, & Ground Transportation
The mode of travel defines business travel in so many ways. Getting to your destination is half the battle. If doing so requires a flight, be assured that Omaha’s Eppley Airfield (OMA) is your best way to fly to Council Bluffs. Eight airlines provide nonstop service to and from 34 destinations. More than five million passengers were served in 2024. With the airport’s location on the far eastern edge of Omaha near the Missouri River, it is a mere ten-minute drive from the airport to Council Bluffs. Several hotels provide complimentary shuttle service from the airport to their property. In addition to taxis, Uber and Lyft both serve Council Bluffs and Omaha. All of the major rental car agencies can be found at Eppley. Enterprise has a location in Council Bluffs near I-80/29. To offer another mode of travel, Amtrak serves Omaha with its depot located next to the Durham Museum, formerly a Union Station, south of downtown Omaha. It is a five-minute drive from Council Bluffs.
Business Support Services & Big Box Retail
For the essentials of office supplies, shipping, and printing, Council Bluffs has you covered here, too, with Office Max, UPS Store, and Firespring (copy/printing). There’s big box retail located in or near specific hubs within the city: Madison Avenue & I-80, Lake Manawa Power Center, The Marketplace, Mid-America Center, and Metro Crossing.
Healthcare
No one likes to think they’ll need healthcare during a business trip, but it happens. Council Bluffs possesses two hospitals, CHI Health Mercy and Methodist Jennie Edmundson, and five urgent care clinics: CHI Health Priority Care – Valley View, CHI Health Priority Care – West Broadway, Convenient Care Walk-in Medical Center, Methodist Urgent Care, and Urgent Care Council Bluffs. Major drug store chains are also found here, including Walgreens and CVS, along with pharmacies at Target and Walmart.
Coffee Connection
A successful business day isn’t complete without coffee, and Council Bluffs makes it easy to stay energized from morning to night. With four Starbucks locations and a Dunkin’ nearby, you can always grab your favorite pick-me-up on the go. For those who want to experience a regional favorite, Scooter’s Coffee delivers quick service and bold flavor. And if you’d rather sip something unique, J’s Coffee & Donuts, Backpacker's Brew, and Frosted Pine are local favorites. Whether you need a quick stop between meetings, a cozy spot to answer emails, or a place to connect with colleagues, the coffee culture here keeps your productivity—and your spirits—running strong.
Council Bluffs is ready to support your business journey. With modern venues, convenient accommodations, and a community built on hospitality, you’ll find the right setting for any meeting or event. Here, success is paired with comfort at every turn.
