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 52m.

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 19m and costs $120 - $650.

How far is it from Iowa to Detroit?

The distance between Iowa and Detroit is 564 miles. The road distance is 599.2 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 which takes 13h 58m and costs $150 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m 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 19m and costs $120 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $270 and takes 13h 58m.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 1:37 AM in Iowa and 2:37 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 52m to drive from Iowa to Detroit.

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 401+ 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 (Greyhound, Amtrak), car, bus, train, 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 19m
$120–623
Drive 595.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Detroitcar 595.8 mi
9h 52m
$109–157
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Dearbornbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
13h 58m
$151–262
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
14h 10m
$144–300
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2552
16h 29m
$114–208

Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW) flights

63Weekly Planes

3h 7mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 560.5 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Delta, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Cass & Michigan via Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, Chicago Union Station, and Dearborn Transit Center in around 13h 58m.

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