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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Boston is to drive which costs $230 - $350 and takes 21h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Boston is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $190 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Boston?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Boston. However, there are services departing from Pennsylvania Ave / E University Ave and arriving at Boston via Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station and Newark Penn Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 58m.

How far is it from Iowa to Boston?

The distance between Iowa and Boston is 1174 miles. The road distance is 1304.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Boston without a car is to bus and train via Des Moines which takes 30h 21m and costs $160 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Iowa to Boston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Boston bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Iowa to Boston?

The best way to get from Iowa to Boston is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $190 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $500 and takes 33h 58m.

Where does the Iowa to Boston bus arrive?

Iowa to Boston bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Boston?

Boston is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 9:45 AM in Iowa and 10:45 AM in Boston.

Can I drive from Iowa to Boston?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Boston is 1305 miles. It takes approximately 21h 53m to drive from Iowa to Boston.

Where can I stay near Boston?

There are 1584+ hotels available in Boston.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Iowa to Boston by plane, bus, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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 from Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)DSM - BOS
3h 6m
$198–921
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS)CID - BOS
6h 24m
$122–540
Bus, train via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to BostonLake Shore Limited
30h 21m
$164–730
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Newark Penn Station
3. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Boston
33h 58m
$202–502
Drive 1,297.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Boston1,297.1 mi
21h 53m
$237–342
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to BostonLake Shore Limited
30h 26m
$156–754
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoOmaha
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to BostonLake Shore Limited
30h 39m
$167–752
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Burlington
2. Take the bus from Burlington to Galesburg
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Boston
31h 57m
$190–812

Iowa to Boston by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

33h 58mAverage Duration

$202Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 1,167.7 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Boston, MA, USA?

Allegiant Air, Southwest Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Boston Logan Airport (BOS) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pennsylvania Ave / E University Ave to Boston via 7Th St / Locust St, Dsm, Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, and Newark Penn Station in around 33h 58m.

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