What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa to Fort Collins?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Fort Collins is to bus via Des Moines which costs $80 - $210 and takes 16h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa to Fort Collins?

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Fort Collins is to fly and bus which takes 4h 13m and costs $130 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Fort Collins?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Fort Collins. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center via 18th St & Curtis St and Union Station Gate B4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 6m.

How far is it from Iowa to Fort Collins?

The distance between Iowa and Fort Collins is 670 miles. The road distance is 653.5 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa to Fort Collins without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to Fort Collins without a car is to bus which takes 16h 6m and costs $120 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Iowa to Fort Collins?

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Iowa to Fort Collins, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Fort Collins bus from?

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

Where does the Iowa to Fort Collins bus arrive?

Iowa to Fort Collins bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Denver station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Fort Collins?

Fort Collins is 1h behind Iowa. It is currently 5:20 AM in Iowa and 4:20 AM in Fort Collins.

Can I drive from Iowa to Fort Collins?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Fort Collins is 653 miles. It takes approximately 10h 53m to drive from Iowa to Fort Collins.

Where can I stay near Fort Collins?

There are 256+ hotels available in Fort Collins.

Iowa to Fort Collins - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Iowa to Fort Collins by plane, bus, car, 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 from Des Moines, bus
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Denver (DEN)DSM - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver International Airport Pickups to CSU Transit Center
4h 16m
$205–909
Bus via Des Moines
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union StationGreyhound US0123
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B4 to Fort Collins Downtown Transit CenterNorth
16h 25m
$84–204
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to DenverIndianapolis
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B4 to Fort Collins Downtown Transit CenterNorth
16h 6m
$126–237
Drive 649.7 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Collins649.7 mi
10h 53m
$119–172
Fly from Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field, bus
1. Fly from Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field (SUX) to Denver (DEN)SUX - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver International Airport Pickups to CSU Transit Center
4h 13m
$138–523
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Denver (DEN)CID - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver International Airport Pickups to CSU Transit Center
5h 58m
$154–628
Fly from Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Denver (DEN)OMA - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver International Airport Pickups to CSU Transit Center
6h 26m
$170–841
Fly from Quad City International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Denver (DEN)MLI - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver International Airport Pickups to CSU Transit Center
7h 4m
$139–590

Iowa to Fort Collins by bus

7Weekly Buses

16h 6mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Fort Collins.

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Distance: 666.5 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Fort Collins, CO, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center via Denver, 18th St & Curtis St, Union Station Gate B2, and Union Station Gate B4 in around 16h 6m.

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