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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Lexington is to bus and drive which costs $110 - $220 and takes 17h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Lexington is to fly which takes 6h 45m and costs $220 - $1,300.

How far is it from Iowa to Lexington?

The distance between Iowa and Lexington is 561 miles. The road distance is 652.4 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Iowa to Lexington, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Lexington?

Lexington is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 1:28 PM in Iowa and 2:28 PM in Lexington.

Can I drive from Iowa to Lexington?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Lexington is 652 miles. It takes approximately 11h 13m to drive from Iowa to Lexington.

Where can I stay near Lexington?

There are 124+ hotels available in Lexington.

Iowa to Lexington - 9 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 9 ways to get from Iowa to Lexington by plane, bus, car, or taxi

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
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane DSM - LEX
6h 45m
$220–1,223
Fly from Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane MLI - LEX
8h 45m
$114–704
Bus, drive
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
3. Drive from Middletown Station @ Target to Lexingtoncar
17h 40m
$115–219
Drive 648.6 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Lexingtoncar 648.6 mi
11h 13m
$119–171
Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane ALO - LEX
7h 7m
$141–774
Bus to The Eastern Iowa Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Court St Transportation Center to GTC Bay 9bus
2. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane CID - LEX
10h 3m
Fly from Omaha
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane OMA - LEX
9h 32m
$225–1,205
Bus, taxi, drive
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Paoli Walmartbus
3. Take the taxi from Paoli Walmart to Indiana University Southeasttaxi
4. Drive from Middletown Station @ Target to Lexingtoncar
18h 51m
$233–359
Bus, drive via St. Louis
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Evansville Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Evansville, IN to Corydon, INbus
4. Drive from Middletown Station @ Target to Lexingtoncar
19h 5m
$197–336

Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) flights

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5h 38mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Lexington.

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Distance: 558.2 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Lexington, KY, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) hourly.

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