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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Arkansas is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 10h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Arkansas is to fly which takes 4h 36m and costs $130 - $650.

How far is it from Iowa to Arkansas?

The distance between Iowa and Arkansas is 492 miles. The road distance is 552.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Arkansas without a car is to bus and train which takes 17h 51m and costs $120 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Iowa to Arkansas, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa to Arkansas?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Arkansas is 552 miles. It takes approximately 10h 34m to drive from Iowa to Arkansas.

Where can I stay near Arkansas?

There are 161+ hotels available in Arkansas.

Iowa to Arkansas - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Iowa to Arkansas by plane, bus, car, 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
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT)DSM - LIT
4h 36m
$134–641
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Clinton, AR
3. Drive from Clinton, AR to Little Rock
12h 2m
$68–249
Drive 549 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Little Rock549 mi
10h 34m
$101–145
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Mt. Pleasant
2. Take the bus from Mt. Pleasant to St Louis
3. Take the train from St. Louis to Union Station
17h 51m
$127–311

Iowa to Arkansas by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

17h 51mAverage Duration

$127Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Arkansas.

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Distance: 489.2 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bill And Hillary Clinton National Airport (LIT) hourly.

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