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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Lexington is to drive which costs $110 - $180 and takes 11h 7m.

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 36m and costs $270 - $1,500.

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 do I travel from Iowa to Lexington without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to Lexington without a car is to bus which takes 14h 32m and costs $140 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Iowa to Lexington, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Lexington?

The best way to get from Iowa to Lexington is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $270 - $1,500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $280 and takes 14h 32m.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Lexington?

Lexington is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 1:30 AM in Iowa and 2:30 AM in Lexington.

Can I drive from Iowa to Lexington?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Lexington is 652 miles. It takes approximately 11h 7m to drive from Iowa to Lexington.

Where can I stay near Lexington?

There are 137+ hotels available in Lexington.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Iowa to Lexington by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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 from Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)DSM - LEX
6h 36m
$270–1,423
Drive 648.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Lexington648.6 mi
11h 7m
$119–171
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union StationDenver
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Lexington Bus StopGreyhound US0120
14h 32m
$140–272
Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)ALO - LEX
7h 28m
$161–824
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)CID - LEX
8h 15m
$154–842
Fly from Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)MLI - LEX
9h 25m
$124–754
Fly from Omaha
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)OMA - LEX
9h 39m
$285–1,505

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

83Weekly Planes

5h 34mAverage Duration

$251Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Iowa to Lexington.

Launch map view

Distance: 558.2 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Lexington via Indianapolis Union Station and Lexington Bus Stop in around 14h 32m.

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Flights from Des Moines to Blue Grass Airport via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 4h 58m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $250–1,400

Flights from Des Moines to Blue Grass Airport via Dallas/Ft.Worth

Ave. Duration: 6h 16m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $420–1,900

Flights from Des Moines to Blue Grass Airport via Charlotte

Ave. Duration: 6h 54m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $350–1,700

Flights from Waterloo Municipal Airport to Blue Grass Airport via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 7h 3m
When: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $140–800

Flights from Waterloo Municipal Airport to Blue Grass Airport via Chicago O'Hare, Charlotte

Ave. Duration: 7h 47m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $210–1,000

Flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Blue Grass Airport via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 6h 52m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $130–800

Flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Blue Grass Airport via Charlotte

Ave. Duration: 6h 47m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $200–1,000

Flights from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Blue Grass Airport via Dallas/Ft.Worth

Ave. Duration: 7h 28m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $260–1,200

Flights from Quad City International Airport to Blue Grass Airport via Charlotte

Ave. Duration: 5h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $190–950

Flights from Quad City International Airport to Blue Grass Airport via Dallas/Ft.Worth

Ave. Duration: 6h 1m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $260–1,200

Flights from Quad City International Airport to Blue Grass Airport via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 7h 37m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $120–750

Flights from Omaha to Blue Grass Airport via Charlotte

Ave. Duration: 6h 31m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $380–1,800

Flights from Omaha to Blue Grass Airport via Dallas/Ft.Worth

Ave. Duration: 6h 50m
When: Every day
Estimated price: $420–1,900

Flights from Omaha to Blue Grass Airport via Chicago O'Hare

Ave. Duration: 7h 6m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $280–1,500

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