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

The cheapest way to get from Elkhart to Iowa is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elkhart to Iowa is to train and fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $80 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Elkhart and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Elkhart to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Franklin & 6th and arriving at Des Moines via South Bend, IN and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 49m.

How far is it from Elkhart to Iowa?

The distance between Elkhart and Iowa is 425 miles. The road distance is 421.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elkhart to Iowa without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 48m and costs $80 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Elkhart to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elkhart to Iowa bus from?

Elkhart to Iowa bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from South Bend, IN station.

Where does the Elkhart to Iowa bus arrive?

Elkhart to Iowa bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Elkhart and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Elkhart. It is currently 12:15 PM in Elkhart and 11:15 AM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Elkhart to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Elkhart to Iowa is 422 miles. It takes approximately 7h 17m to drive from Elkhart to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 222+ hotels available in Iowa.

Elkhart to Iowa - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Elkhart to Iowa by train, plane, bus, 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.

Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Des Moines
best
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)ORD - DSM
6h
$125–635
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)ORD - MLI
7h 2m
$60–306
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
10h 48m
$81–219
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
12h 20m
$121–284
Drive 419.2 mi
1. Drive from Elkhart to Des Moines419.2 mi
7h 17m
$77–111
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)ORD - ALO
5h 54m
$80–335
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Omaha
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)MDW - OMA
6h 14m
$143–644
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)ORD - CID
7h 15m
$84–354
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to ChicagoColumbus / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
11h 17m
$62–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Bend, IN to ChicagoColumbus / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
11h 49m
$64–206

Elkhart to Iowa by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

10h 48mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 423 mi
Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Elkhart, IN, USA and Iowa, USA?

You can take a bus from Franklin & 6th to Des Moines via South Bend, IN, Chicago Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 11h 17m.

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