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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Elkhart is to bus via Des Moines which costs $55 - $140 and takes 12h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Elkhart is to fly and train which takes 5h 29m and costs $75 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Elkhart?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Elkhart. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Transfer Center via Chicago and South Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 54m.

How far is it from Iowa to Elkhart?

The distance between Iowa and Elkhart is 426 miles. The road distance is 421.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Elkhart without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 18m and costs $80 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Iowa to Elkhart, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Elkhart bus from?

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

Where does the Iowa to Elkhart bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Iowa and Elkhart?

Elkhart is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 9:19 AM in Iowa and 10:19 AM in Elkhart.

Can I drive from Iowa to Elkhart?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Elkhart is 422 miles. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Iowa to Elkhart.

Where can I stay near Elkhart?

There are 208+ hotels available in Elkhart.

Iowa to Elkhart - 11 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 11 ways to get from Iowa to Elkhart by plane, train, bus, 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 Des Moines to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station
5h 33m
$101–451
Bus via Des Moines
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INChicago
12h 39m
$58–131
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
10h 18m
$82–209
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 Elkhart Amtrak Station
11h 49m
$112–252
Drive 419.2 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Elkhart419.2 mi
7h 16m
$77–111
Fly Waterloo Municipal Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)ALO - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station
5h 29m
$77–322
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)CID - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station
6h 43m
$90–390
Fly Quad City International Airport to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)MLI - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station
7h 14m
$60–282
Fly Omaha to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)OMA - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak Station
7h 57m
$126–663
Bus, train via 7Th St / Locust St, Dsm
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoOmaha
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Elkhart Amtrak StationLake Shore Limited / ...
10h 31m
$93–207
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the bus from Chicago to South Bend, INChicago
11h 54m
$65–200

Iowa to Elkhart by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

10h 18mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 423.2 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Elkhart, IN, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Transfer Center via Chicago and South Street Station in around 11h 54m.

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