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

The cheapest way to get from Indiana to Iowa is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indiana to Iowa is to train and fly which takes 4h 13m and costs $65 - $300.

Is there a direct bus between Indiana and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Indiana to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Indiana to Iowa?

The distance between Indiana and Iowa is 354 miles. The road distance is 469.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indiana to Iowa without a car is to bus via Des Moines which takes 11h 18m and costs $85 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Indiana to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Indiana to Iowa bus from?

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

Where does the Indiana to Iowa bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Indiana and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Indiana. It is currently 3:28 PM in Indiana and 2:28 PM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Indiana to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Indiana to Iowa is 469 miles. It takes approximately 7h 50m to drive from Indiana to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 241+ hotels available in Iowa.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Indiana to Iowa by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Gary to Van Buren St.
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)ORD - DSM
4h 27m
$107–534
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Quad City International Airport, line 10 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)ORD - MLI
3. Take the bus from Centre Station to District
5h 24m
$47–265
Bus via Des Moines (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
11h 18m
$90–204
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Indianapolis 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
14h 51m
$131–528
Drive 466.6 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Des Moines466.6 mi
7h 50m
$86–123
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)ORD - ALO
4h 13m
$67–294
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Omaha
1. Take the train from Gary to Museum Campus/11th Street Sation
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)MDW - OMA
4h 19m
$134–643
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Take the train from Gary to Van Buren St.
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)ORD - CID
5h 35m
$66–313
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2512 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
11h 45m
$92–239
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union StationCardinal
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
13h 19m
$91–458

Indiana to Iowa by train and bus

3Weekly Services

14h 51mAverage Duration

$131Cheapest Price

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Distance: 352 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station and Des Moines in around 11h 18m.

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