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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Phoenix is to bus and train which costs $180 - $380 and takes 32h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Phoenix is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $190 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Phoenix station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station via Denver and Albuquerque Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 55m.

How far is it from Iowa to Phoenix?

The distance between Iowa and Phoenix is 1163 miles. The road distance is 1399.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Phoenix without a car is to bus which takes 30h 55m and costs $260 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Iowa to Phoenix, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Phoenix bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Iowa to Phoenix?

The best way to get from Iowa to Phoenix is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $190 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $260 - $500 and takes 30h 55m.

Where does the Iowa to Phoenix bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Iowa and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 1h behind Iowa. It is currently 12:19 PM in Iowa and 11:19 AM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from Iowa to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Phoenix is 1400 miles. It takes approximately 24h 15m to drive from Iowa to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2457+ hotels available in Phoenix.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Iowa to Phoenix 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 Phoenix
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX)DSM - PHX
3h 24m
$198–921
Fly Omaha to Phoenix
cheapest
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Phoenix (PHX)OMA - PHX
5h 39m
$173–903
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver
2. Take the bus from Denver to ABQ Alvarado Transportation Center
3. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Station
30h 55m
$268–500
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Flagstaff
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station
32h 24m
$186–380
Drive 1,391.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Phoenix1,391.5 mi
24h 15m
$254–367
Fly The Eastern Iowa Airport to Phoenix
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Phoenix (PHX)CID - PHX
5h 15m
$182–840
Fly Des Moines to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)DSM - AZA
4h 27m
$236–799

Iowa to Phoenix by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

30h 55mAverage Duration

$268Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,156.4 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Phoenix, AZ, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Phoenix Bus Station via Denver, Denver, ABQ Alvarado Transportation Center, and Albuquerque Bus Station in around 30h 55m.

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