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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Iowa is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $200 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Iowa?

The distance between Cincinnati and Iowa is 638 miles. The road distance is 576.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 14h 10m and costs $95 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Cincinnati to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cincinnati to Iowa bus from?

Cincinnati to Iowa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Cincinnati station.

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Iowa?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 27m and costs $200 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $260 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Cincinnati to Iowa bus arrive?

Cincinnati to Iowa bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 7:15 AM in Cincinnati and 6:15 AM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Iowa is 577 miles. It takes approximately 9h 40m to drive from Cincinnati to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 231+ hotels available in Iowa.

Cincinnati to Iowa - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Cincinnati to Iowa by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Omaha
best
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Omaha (OMA)CVG - OMA
5h 27m
$206–1,032
Fly to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)CVG - MLI
6h 43m
$88–504
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2514
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
14h 10m
$99–257
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolis
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
4. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
5. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
18h 20m
$145–613
Drive 573.2 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Des Moines573.2 mi
9h 40m
$105–152
Fly to Des Moines
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM)CVG - DSM
5h 50m
$198–1,022
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)CVG - ALO
5h 59m
$108–572
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)CVG - CID
7h 6m
$112–592
Bus via Arlington Heights (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0120
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
16h 28m
$94–281

Cincinnati to Iowa by bus

6Weekly Buses

14h 10mAverage Duration

$99Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Iowa.

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Distance: 634.2 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Iowa, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Covington (CVG) to Omaha (OMA) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cincinnati to Des Moines via Chicago in around 14h 10m.

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