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

The cheapest way to get from Illinois to Iowa is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 6h 35m.

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 24m and costs $35 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Illinois and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Illinois station to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Chicago Bus Station and arriving at Des Moines via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Illinois to Iowa?

The distance between Illinois and Iowa is 339 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 which takes 6h 35m and costs $55 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m 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 Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Illinois to Iowa bus arrive?

Illinois to Iowa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, 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 32m to drive from Illinois to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 265+ hotels available in Iowa.

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
6h 35m
$58–103
Fly to Quad City International Airport, line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane ORD - MLI
2. Take the bus from Centre Station to Districtbus
4h 24m
$40–277
Drive 330 mi
1. Drive from Chicago to Des Moinescar 330 mi
5h 32m
$61–87
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
8h 36m
$91–176
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ORD - CID
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
6h 1m

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) flights

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1h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 336.8 mi
Duration: 6h 35m

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 $50–95 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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