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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Phoenix is to fly which costs $110 - $600 and takes 5h 32m.

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 18m and costs $160 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Phoenix?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Phoenix. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Phoenix via On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City and El Paso. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 23m.

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 via Ciudad Juárez which takes 32h 23m and costs $250 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m 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 Jefferson Lines, 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 18m and costs $160 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $250 - $360 and takes 32h 23m.

Where does the Iowa to Phoenix bus arrive?

Iowa to Phoenix bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Phoenix?

Phoenix is 2h behind Iowa. It is currently 2:47 PM in Iowa and 12:47 PM in Phoenix.

Can I drive from Iowa to Phoenix?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Phoenix is 1400 miles. It takes approximately 24h 19m to drive from Iowa to Phoenix.

Where can I stay near Phoenix?

There are 2317+ hotels available in Phoenix.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Iowa to Phoenix by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX)plane DSM - PHX
3h 18m
$168–721
Fly from Omaha
cheapest
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Phoenix (PHX)plane OMA - PHX
5h 32m
$113–553
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus
3. Take the bus from El Paso to Phoenixbus
32h 23m
$253–357
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Flagstafftrain
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Stationbus
32h 27m
$466–962
Drive 1,391.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Phoenixcar 1,391.5 mi
24h 19m
$254–367
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Tulsabus Jefferson Lines 801
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
33h 25m
$274–463

Iowa to Phoenix by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

32h 23mAverage Duration

$253Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,156.4 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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 via Kansas City, On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside, On Southwest Blvd At 27Th St Southbound, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City, El Paso, and El Paso in around 32h 23m.

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