What is the cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Iowa?

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Iowa is to fly which costs $150 - $650 and takes 8h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Iowa?

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $240 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Des Moines via Los Angeles Union Station and Tulsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 35m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Iowa?

The distance between Bakersfield and Iowa is 1336 miles. The road distance is 1707.6 miles.

How do I travel from Bakersfield to Iowa without a car?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Iowa without a car is to bus and train which takes 43h 48m and costs $600 - $1,400.

How long does it take to get from Bakersfield to Iowa?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Bakersfield to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakersfield to Iowa bus from?

Bakersfield to Iowa bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Iowa?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $180 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $350 - $650 and takes 45h 35m.

Where does the Bakersfield to Iowa bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Iowa bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Iowa?

Iowa is 2h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 9:43 PM in Bakersfield and 11:43 PM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Iowa is 1708 miles. It takes approximately 26h 25m to drive from Bakersfield to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 262+ hotels available in Iowa.

Bakersfield to Iowa - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Bakersfield to Iowa by plane, bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Omaha
best
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Omaha (OMA)plane BFL - OMA
5h 44m
$189–708
Fly to Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field
cheapest
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field (SUX)plane BFL - SUX
8h 2m
$155–604
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
43h 48m
$638–1,328
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tulsa Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tulsa to Des Moinesbus
45h 35m
$358–643
Drive 1,697.7 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Des Moinescar 1,697.7 mi
26h 25m
$310–448
Fly to Des Moines
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BFL - DSM
5h 43m
$241–949
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane BFL - CID
6h 15m
$194–678

Bakersfield to Iowa by bus, train, and foot

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43h 48mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,328.4 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Iowa, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Omaha (OMA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Des Moines via Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union Station, and Tulsa in around 45h 35m.

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