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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Appleton is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 7h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Appleton is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $200 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Appleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Appleton. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Appleton via Minneapolis Bus Station and Wausau Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 25m.

How far is it from Iowa to Appleton?

The distance between Iowa and Appleton is 335 miles. The road distance is 382.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Appleton without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 14h 16m and costs $120 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Iowa to Appleton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Appleton bus from?

Iowa to Appleton bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Appleton?

The best way to get from Iowa to Appleton is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $200 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $180 and takes 14h 25m.

Where does the Iowa to Appleton bus arrive?

Iowa to Appleton bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Iowa to Appleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Appleton is 383 miles. It takes approximately 7h 7m to drive from Iowa to Appleton.

Where can I stay near Appleton?

There are 68+ hotels available in Appleton.

Iowa to Appleton - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, shuttle, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Iowa to Appleton by plane, bus, shuttle, car, bus (Greyhound), or train

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Fly from Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Appleton International Airport (ATW)plane DSM - ATW
4h 10m
$202–1,039
Drive 380.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Appletoncar 380.3 mi
7h 7m
$70–101
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Owatonnabus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Owatonna, MN to Rochester Sinclairshuttle
3. Take the bus from Rochester to La Crossebus
4. Take the bus from La Crosse Grand River Station to Appleton Valley Transitbus
14h 16m
$120–190
Fly from Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Appleton International Airport (ATW)plane MLI - ATW
5h 56m
$106–620
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Wausau Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Wausau Transit Center to Appletonbus
14h 25m
$117–171
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Appleton Transit Centerbus
14h 43m
$188–335

Iowa to Appleton by bus

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14h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 332.9 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Appleton, WI, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Appleton International Airport (ATW) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Appleton via Minneapolis Bus Station and Wausau Transit Center in around 14h 25m.

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