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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Houston is to bus via Irving which costs $110 - $320 and takes 22h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Houston is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $190 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Houston?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Houston. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Hyatt Regency Houston via 16th & Jackson NW, Omaha, Tech Ridge Bay I and Austin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 37m.

How far is it from Iowa to Houston?

The distance between Iowa and Houston is 849 miles. The road distance is 922.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Houston without a car is to bus via Irving which takes 22h 40m and costs $110 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Iowa to Houston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Houston bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Iowa to Houston?

The best way to get from Iowa to Houston is to fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $190 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus via Irving, which costs $110 - $320 and takes 22h 40m.

Where does the Iowa to Houston bus arrive?

Iowa to Houston bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Omaha station.

Can I drive from Iowa to Houston?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Houston is 922 miles. It takes approximately 15h 17m to drive from Iowa to Houston.

Where can I stay near Houston?

There are 1861+ hotels available in Houston.

Iowa to Houston - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Iowa to Houston by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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 William P. Hobby Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)DSM - HOU
3h 33m
$192–925
Bus via Irving
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Downtown Houston
22h 40m
$117–320
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Bloomington/Normal
2. Take the train from Bloomington-Normal to Marshall Station
3. Take the bus from Marshall Station to Houston
28h 2m
Drive 917 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Houston917 mi
15h 17m
$168–242
Fly Des Moines to George Bush Intercontinental Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)DSM - IAH
3h 57m
$140–675
Fly Omaha to William P. Hobby Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)OMA - HOU
6h 8m
$177–907
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Austin
3. Take the bus from Austin to Hyatt Regency Houston
26h 37m
$349–430

Des Moines (DSM) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) flights

21Weekly Planes

4h 19mAverage Duration

$173Cheapest Price

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Distance: 843.7 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Houston, TX, USA?

Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Downtown Houston via Des Moines, Kansas City Bus Station, and Dallas Bus Station in around 22h 40m.

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