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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Kansas is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Kansas is to drive which takes 6h 17m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Kansas?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Kansas. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Wichita Bus Stop via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Iowa to Kansas?

The distance between Iowa and Kansas is 403 miles. The road distance is 389.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Kansas without a car is to bus which takes 8h 55m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 55m to get from Iowa to Kansas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Kansas bus from?

Iowa to Kansas bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Where does the Iowa to Kansas bus arrive?

Iowa to Kansas bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Iowa to Kansas?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Kansas is 390 miles. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Iowa to Kansas.

Where can I stay near Kansas?

There are 210+ hotels available in Kansas.

Iowa to Kansas - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Iowa to Kansas by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, train, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Wichita Bus Stopbus Greyhound US1142 / ...
8h 55m
$83–132
Drive 387.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Wichitacar 387.3 mi
6h 17m
$71–103
Bus, train, taxi
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Newton Stationtrain
3. Take the taxi from Newton Station to Wichitataxi
9h 40m
$188–302
Bus via Woodland and Evergreen Park
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to 2210 Somerset St - Wichitabus Kansas City
11h 49m
$112–151

Iowa to Kansas by bus

18Weekly Buses

8h 55mAverage Duration

$83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 400.8 mi
Duration: 8h 55m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Kansas, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Wichita Bus Stop via Kansas City and Kansas City Bus Station in around 8h 55m.

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