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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Arizona is to bus which costs $140 - $440 and takes 32h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Arizona is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $230 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Arizona?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Arizona. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Buckeye Rd & Central Av via Denver, Albuquerque Bus Station and 24th St Sky Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 27m.

How far is it from Iowa to Arizona?

The distance between Iowa and Arizona is 1168 miles. The road distance is 1400.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Arizona without a car is to bus via Denver which takes 31h 27m and costs $280 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Iowa to Arizona, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Arizona bus from?

Iowa to Arizona bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Arizona?

The best way to get from Iowa to Arizona is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs $230 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus via Denver, which costs $280 - $500 and takes 31h 27m.

Where does the Iowa to Arizona bus arrive?

Iowa to Arizona bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Denver station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Arizona?

Arizona is 1h behind Iowa. It is currently 6:15 PM in Iowa and 5:15 PM in Arizona.

Can I drive from Iowa to Arizona?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Arizona is 1400 miles. It takes approximately 24h 22m to drive from Iowa to Arizona.

Where can I stay near Arizona?

There are 2711+ hotels available in Arizona.

Iowa to Arizona - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Iowa to Arizona by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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

Fly Des Moines to Phoenix
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX)DSM - PHX
3h 48m
$230–1,023
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsa
3. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Station
32h 56m
$142–432
Bus via Denver
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver
2. Take the bus from Denver to ABQ Alvarado Transportation Center
3. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Station
31h 27m
$280–502
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Flagstaff
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station
33h
$169–947
Drive 1,392.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Phoenix1,392.1 mi
24h 22m
$255–367
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to Phoenix
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Phoenix (PHX)CID - PHX
5h 38m
$154–692
Fly Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)DSM - AZA
4h 54m
$182–825
Fly Omaha to Phoenix
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Phoenix (PHX)OMA - PHX
6h 6m
$205–955

Iowa to Arizona by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

31h 27mAverage Duration

$280Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,161.5 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Buckeye Rd & Central Av via Denver, Denver, ABQ Alvarado Transportation Center, Albuquerque Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), and 24th St Sky Train Station in around 31h 27m.

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