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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Flint is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Flint is to fly which takes 3h 59m and costs $130 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Flint?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Flint. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Flint via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 50m.

How far is it from Iowa to Flint?

The distance between Iowa and Flint is 531 miles. The road distance is 584.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Flint without a car is to bus and train which takes 13h 27m and costs $90 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Iowa to Flint, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Flint bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Iowa to Flint?

The best way to get from Iowa to Flint is to fly which takes 3h 59m and costs $130 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $250 and takes 14h 50m.

Where does the Iowa to Flint bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Iowa and Flint?

Flint is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 4:00 AM in Iowa and 5:00 AM in Flint.

Can I drive from Iowa to Flint?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Flint is 585 miles. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Iowa to Flint.

Where can I stay near Flint?

There are 29+ hotels available in Flint.

Iowa to Flint - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Iowa to Flint by plane, bus, train, car, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound)

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 Bishop International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)DSM - FNT
3h 59m
$133–551
Fly Quad City International Airport to Bishop International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)MLI - FNT
6h 37m
$82–352
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak StationBlue Water
13h 27m
$91–274
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 Flint Amtrak Station
14h 58m
$122–322
Drive 581.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Flint581.3 mi
9h 34m
$107–154
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to Bishop International Airport
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)CID - FNT
5h 38m
$112–450
Fly Des Moines to Detroit, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)DSM - DTW
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flint
5h 51m
$114–514
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 Flint Amtrak StationBlue Water
13h 40m
$102–272
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to FlintFlixBus 2552
14h 50m
$101–244
Bus via Kalamazoo
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Flint, MI
17h 40m
$118–240

Iowa to Flint by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

13h 27mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 527.8 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

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

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bishop International Airport (FNT) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Flint via Chicago Bus Station in around 14h 50m.

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