What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa to Long Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Long Beach is to bus which costs $210 - $460 and takes 37h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa to Long Beach?

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Long Beach is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $330 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Long Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Long Beach station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Long Beach Bus Station via Denver Union Station and Las Vegas BusTerminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 42m.

How far is it from Iowa to Long Beach?

The distance between Iowa and Long Beach is 1464 miles. The road distance is 1705.2 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa to Long Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to Long Beach without a car is to bus which takes 37h 42m and costs $210 - $460.

How long does it take to get from Iowa to Long Beach?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Iowa to Long Beach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Long Beach bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Iowa to Long Beach?

The best way to get from Iowa to Long Beach is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs $330 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $460 and takes 37h 42m.

Where does the Iowa to Long Beach bus arrive?

Iowa to Long Beach bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Denver station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Long Beach?

Long Beach is 2h behind Iowa. It is currently 10:48 AM in Iowa and 8:48 AM in Long Beach.

Can I drive from Iowa to Long Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Long Beach is 1705 miles. It takes approximately 26h 14m to drive from Iowa to Long Beach.

Where can I stay near Long Beach?

There are 815+ hotels available in Long Beach.

Iowa to Long Beach - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Iowa to Long Beach by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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 John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)DSM - SNA
4h 30m
$338–1,151
Fly Des Moines to Los Angeles International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)DSM - LAX
5h 38m
$172–727
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Las Vegas BusTerminal
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas BusTerminal to Long Beach Bus Station
37h 42m
$218–460
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas CityJefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Los AngelesSouthwest Chief
42h 8m
$179–572
Drive 1,695.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Long Beach1,695.3 mi
26h 14m
$310–447
Fly Omaha to John Wayne Airport Orange County
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)OMA - SNA
8h 19m
$313–1,133

Iowa to Long Beach by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

37h 42mAverage Duration

$218Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Long Beach.

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Distance: 1,455.4 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Long Beach, CA, USA?

Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Long Beach Bus Station via Denver, Denver Union Station, and Las Vegas BusTerminal in around 37h 42m.

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