What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa to New Mexico?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to New Mexico is to bus which costs $120 - $210 and takes 24h.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa to New Mexico?

The fastest way to get from Iowa to New Mexico is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs $220 - $1,200.

How far is it from Iowa to New Mexico?

The distance between Iowa and New Mexico is 850 miles. The road distance is 983.7 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa to New Mexico without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to New Mexico without a car is to bus and train which takes 22h 54m and costs $120 - $240.

How long does it take to get from Iowa to New Mexico?

It takes approximately 5h 49m to get from Iowa to New Mexico, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Iowa to New Mexico?

The best way to get from Iowa to New Mexico is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs $220 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $210 and takes 24h.

What is the time difference between Iowa and New Mexico?

New Mexico is 1h behind Iowa. It is currently 2:27 PM in Iowa and 1:27 PM in New Mexico.

Can I drive from Iowa to New Mexico?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to New Mexico is 984 miles. It takes approximately 17h 15m to drive from Iowa to New Mexico.

Where can I stay near New Mexico?

There are 300+ hotels available in New Mexico.

Iowa to New Mexico - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and shuttle

There are 8 ways to get from Iowa to New Mexico by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or shuttle

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 Albuquerque International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ)plane DSM - ABQ
5h 49m
$228–1,122
Fly Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field to Albuquerque International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field (SUX) to Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ)plane SUX - ABQ
6h 2m
$121–626
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Centertrain Southwest Chief
22h 54m
$127–240
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0123
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Albuquerque Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1140
24h
$124–210
Drive 978 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Albuquerquecar 978 mi
17h 15m
$179–258
Fly Omaha to Four Corners Regional Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Four Corners Regional Airport (FMN)plane OMA - FMN
8h 13m
$123–703
Fly Des Moines to Santa Fe Municipal Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF)plane DSM - SAF
2. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Fe, NM - Municipal Airport to Albuquerque International Sunportshuttle
7h 24m
$363–1,507
Fly Omaha to Albuquerque International Airport
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ)plane OMA - ABQ
7h 54m
$193–1,104

Des Moines (DSM) to Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ) flights

74Weekly Planes

5h 41mAverage Duration

$217Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to New Mexico.

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Distance: 844.8 mi
Duration: 5h 49m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and New Mexico, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Albuquerque Bus Station via Des Moines and Denver Union Station in around 24h.

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