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

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Iowa is to bus via Des Moines which costs $50 - $110 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Illinois to Iowa is to fly and line 10 bus which takes 4h 21m and costs $35 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois and Iowa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago and arriving at Des Moines. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Illinois to Iowa?

The distance between Illinois and Iowa is 340 miles. The road distance is 332 miles.

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

The best way to get from Illinois to Iowa without a car is to bus via Des Moines which takes 6h 39m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Illinois to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Illinois to Iowa bus from?

Illinois to Iowa bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Chicago station.

Where does the Illinois to Iowa bus arrive?

Illinois to Iowa bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Illinois to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Illinois to Iowa is 332 miles. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Illinois to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 236+ hotels available in Iowa.

Illinois to Iowa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and line 10 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Illinois to Iowa by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or train

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

Bus via Des Moines (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
6h 39m
$54–106
Fly, line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)ORD - MLI
2. Take the bus from Centre Station to District
4h 21m
$40–257
Drive 330 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Des Moines330 mi
5h 29m
$61–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
7h 10m
$55–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
3. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
8h 51m
$96–211

Illinois to Iowa by bus

14Weekly Buses

7h 10mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 338.4 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

What companies run services between Illinois, USA and Iowa, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moines 3 times a day. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 6h 34m.

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