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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Lawrence is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 3h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Lawrence is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Iowa to Lawrence?

The distance between Iowa and Lawrence is 244 miles. The road distance is 232.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Lawrence without a car is to bus which takes 5h 20m and costs $35 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Iowa to Lawrence, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa to Lawrence?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Lawrence is 232 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Iowa to Lawrence.

Where can I stay near Lawrence?

There are 29+ hotels available in Lawrence.

Iowa to Lawrence - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Iowa to Lawrence by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus Greyhound US1142 / ...
5h 20m
$37–117
Drive 231 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Lawrencecar 231 mi
3h 50m
$43–61
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Kansas City (MCI)plane DSM - MCI
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Lawrence Bus Stopbus
7h 40m
$168–888

Des Moines (DSM) to Kansas City (MCI) flights

128Weekly Planes

5h 45mAverage Duration

$145Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Iowa to Lawrence.

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Distance: 242.2 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Lawrence, KS, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Lawrence Bus Stop via Des Moines and Kansas City Bus Station in around 5h 20m.

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