What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Wayne to Iowa?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Wayne to Iowa is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Wayne to Iowa?

The fastest way to get from Fort Wayne to Iowa is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $100 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Wayne and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Wayne to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Wal-Mart and arriving at Des Moines via Fort Wayne, IN and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 22m.

How far is it from Fort Wayne to Iowa?

The distance between Fort Wayne and Iowa is 462 miles. The road distance is 468.4 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Wayne to Iowa without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Wayne to Iowa without a car is to bus via Des Moines which takes 12h 50m and costs $70 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Fort Wayne to Iowa?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Fort Wayne to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Wayne to Iowa bus from?

Fort Wayne to Iowa bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Fort Wayne, IN station.

Bus or fly from Fort Wayne to Iowa?

The best way to get from Fort Wayne to Iowa is to fly which takes 4h 41m and costs $150 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Des Moines, which costs $70 - $170 and takes 12h 50m.

Where does the Fort Wayne to Iowa bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Fort Wayne and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Fort Wayne. It is currently 3:02 PM in Fort Wayne and 2:02 PM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Fort Wayne to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Wayne to Iowa is 468 miles. It takes approximately 8h 23m to drive from Fort Wayne to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 231+ hotels available in Iowa.

Fort Wayne to Iowa - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Fort Wayne to Iowa by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Des Moines (DSM)FWA - DSM
4h 41m
$154–665
Bus via Des Moines
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort Wayne, IN to ChicagoColumbus / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
12h 50m
$71–167
Drive 465.7 mi
1. Drive from Fort Wayne to Des Moines465.7 mi
8h 23m
$85–123
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)FWA - ALO
4h 26m
$104–385
Fly to Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)FWA - MLI
5h 49m
$84–346
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)FWA - CID
5h 34m
$108–394
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Wayne, IN to ChicagoColumbus / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
13h 22m
$73–216

Fort Wayne to Iowa by bus

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Distance: 459.8 mi
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Fort Wayne, IN, USA and Iowa, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wal-Mart to Des Moines via Fort Wayne, IN, Chicago Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 12h 50m.

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