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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Pittsburgh is to bus which costs $95 - $220 and takes 18h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Pittsburgh is to fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $140 - $800.

How far is it from Iowa to Pittsburgh?

The distance between Iowa and Pittsburgh is 737 miles. The road distance is 780.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Pittsburgh without a car is to bus and train which takes 17h 44m and costs $130 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Iowa to Pittsburgh, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Pittsburgh?

The best way to get from Iowa to Pittsburgh is to fly which takes 5h 53m and costs $140 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $220 and takes 18h 20m.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 2:52 PM in Iowa and 3:52 PM in Pittsburgh.

Can I drive from Iowa to Pittsburgh?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Pittsburgh is 781 miles. It takes approximately 12h 51m to drive from Iowa to Pittsburgh.

Where can I stay near Pittsburgh?

There are 590+ hotels available in Pittsburgh.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Iowa to Pittsburgh 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 from Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane DSM - PIT
5h 53m
$148–771
Fly from Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane MLI - PIT
7h 45m
$67–392
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain Floridian
17h 44m
$139–310
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0164
18h 20m
$99–220
Drive 776 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Pittsburghcar 776 mi
12h 51m
$142–205
Fly from Omaha
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)plane OMA - PIT
8h 12m
$143–803
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Pittsburgh Intermodal Stationbus FlixBus N2640
19h 33m
$114–228

Des Moines (DSM) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) flights

75Weekly Planes

5h 14mAverage Duration

$131Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Pittsburgh.

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Distance: 733.2 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

United Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Pittsburgh Intermodal Station via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station in around 18h 20m.

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