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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Cincinnati is to bus which costs $90 - $180 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 4h 31m and costs $170 - $950.

How far is it from Iowa to Cincinnati?

The distance between Iowa and Cincinnati is 527 miles. The road distance is 575.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs $90 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 31m to get from Iowa to Cincinnati, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Iowa to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 4h 31m and costs $170 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $180 and takes 13h.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 8:25 AM in Iowa and 9:25 AM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Iowa to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Cincinnati is 576 miles. It takes approximately 9h 44m to drive from Iowa to Cincinnati.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 568+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Iowa to Cincinnati by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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 Covington (CVG)plane DSM - CVG
4h 31m
$170–923
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Cincinnatibus FlixBus 2514 / ...
13h
$93–174
Drive 572.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Cincinnaticar 572.5 mi
9h 44m
$105–151
Fly from Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Covington (CVG)plane MLI - CVG
6h 44m
$99–654

Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG) flights

137Weekly Planes

5h 11mAverage Duration

$153Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Cincinnati.

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Distance: 523.9 mi
Duration: 4h 31m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Cincinnati via Des Moines, Indianapolis, Illinois St (Greyhound Bus Station), and Indianapolis in around 13h.

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