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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Philadelphia is to bus which costs $190 - $330 and takes 28h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $180 - $900.

How far is it from Iowa to Philadelphia?

The distance between Iowa and Philadelphia is 990 miles. The road distance is 1079.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Philadelphia without a car is to bus and train via Washington which takes 27h 49m and costs $260 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Iowa to Philadelphia, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Iowa to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $180 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $330 and takes 28h 15m.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Philadelphia?

Philadelphia is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 5:53 PM in Iowa and 6:53 PM in Philadelphia.

Can I drive from Iowa to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Philadelphia is 1080 miles. It takes approximately 17h 42m to drive from Iowa to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 988+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Iowa to Philadelphia by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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 to Philadelphia International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DSM - PHL
3h 12m
$181–874
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane DSM - LGA
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
5h 26m
$173–1,377
Bus, train via Washington
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville Amtraktrain
3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
27h 49m
$266–601
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Allentownbus
3. Take the bus from Allentown Transportation Center to Philadelphia 30th St Stationbus
28h 15m
$193–325
Drive 1,073.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Philadelphiacar 1,073.5 mi
17h 42m
$196–283
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Cardinal
34h 15m
$304–710

Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) flights

70Weekly Planes

4h 27mAverage Duration

$166Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Philadelphia.

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Distance: 984.2 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Philadelphia, PA, USA?

American Airlines, Allegiant Air, and three other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Philadelphia 30th St Station via Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, Allentown, and Allentown Transportation Center in around 28h 15m.

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