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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Iowa is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $130 - $800.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Iowa?

The distance between Indianapolis and Iowa is 430 miles. The road distance is 469.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 11h 14m and costs $80 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Indianapolis to Iowa, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Indianapolis to Iowa?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $130 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $190 and takes 11h 14m.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 5:54 AM in Indianapolis and 4:54 AM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Iowa is 469 miles. It takes approximately 7h 55m to drive from Indianapolis to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 200+ hotels available in Iowa.

Indianapolis to Iowa - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Indianapolis to Iowa by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, 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.

Fly to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IND - DSM
5h 47m
$139–773
Fly to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane IND - MLI
7h 1m
$54–354
Bus
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2512 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
11h 14m
$83–187
Drive 466.6 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Des Moinescar 466.6 mi
7h 55m
$86–123
Fly to Omaha
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Omaha (OMA)plane IND - OMA
5h 51m
$147–732
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane IND - CID
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
8h 16m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
12h 48m
$84–194

Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

79Weekly Planes

5h 36mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Indianapolis to Iowa.

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Distance: 427.5 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Indianapolis to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station and Des Moines in around 11h 14m.

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