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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Detroit is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Detroit is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $120 - $700.

How far is it from Iowa to Detroit?

The distance between Iowa and Detroit is 564 miles. The road distance is 599.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Detroit without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 10m and costs $90 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Iowa to Detroit, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Detroit?

The best way to get from Iowa to Detroit is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $120 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $200 and takes 14h 15m.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 4:50 AM in Iowa and 5:50 AM in Detroit.

Can I drive from Iowa to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Detroit is 599 miles. It takes approximately 9h 54m to drive from Iowa to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 395+ hotels available in Detroit.

Iowa to Detroit - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Iowa to Detroit by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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 Detroit (DTW)plane DSM - DTW
3h 24m
$120–673
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
14h 15m
$79–200
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
14h 10m
$94–250
Drive 595.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Detroitcar 595.8 mi
9h 54m
$109–158
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2552
16h 28m
$99–238

Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW) flights

38Weekly Planes

3h 8mAverage Duration

$106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 560.5 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Detroit Bus Station via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station in around 14h 15m.

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