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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Norfolk is to drive which costs $210 - $310 and takes 20h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Norfolk is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs $190 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Norfolk?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Norfolk station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Military Hwy Station via Indianapolis Union Station, Philadelphia Bus Station and Military & Poplar Hall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 9m.

How far is it from Iowa to Norfolk?

The distance between Iowa and Norfolk is 1005 miles. The road distance is 1164.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Norfolk without a car is to bus and train which takes 32h and costs $360 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Iowa to Norfolk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Norfolk bus from?

Iowa to Norfolk bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Norfolk?

The best way to get from Iowa to Norfolk is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs $190 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $420 and takes 35h 9m.

Where does the Iowa to Norfolk bus arrive?

Iowa to Norfolk bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Norfolk?

Norfolk is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 4:02 PM in Iowa and 5:02 PM in Norfolk.

Can I drive from Iowa to Norfolk?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Norfolk is 1165 miles. It takes approximately 20h 17m to drive from Iowa to Norfolk.

Where can I stay near Norfolk?

There are 277+ hotels available in Norfolk.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Iowa to Norfolk by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Fly from Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)plane DSM - ORF
4h 47m
$194–802
Fly from Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)plane MLI - ORF
7h 17m
$118–473
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Petersburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Norfolktrain
32h
$365–765
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Norfolkbus
35h 9m
$218–419
Drive 1,158.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Norfolkcar 1,158.1 mi
20h 17m
$212–306
Fly from Omaha
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)plane OMA - ORF
7h 20m
$159–634
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Petersburg Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Norfolktrain
33h 11m
$395–840

Des Moines (DSM) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) flights

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5h 45mAverage Duration

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Distance: 999.1 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Norfolk, VA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Nsu Station via Des Moines, Indianapolis Union Station, Philadelphia Bus Station, Norfolk, Military & Poplar Hall, Military Hwy Station, and Military Highway Station in around 35h 9m.

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