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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Rochester is to drive which costs $160 - $240 and takes 15h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $220 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Pennsylvania Ave / E University Ave and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, Cleveland, OH and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 18m.

How far is it from Iowa to Rochester?

The distance between Iowa and Rochester is 838 miles. The road distance is 917.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Rochester without a car is to bus and train via Des Moines which takes 19h 49m and costs $150 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Iowa to Rochester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Rochester bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Iowa to Rochester?

The best way to get from Iowa to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h 27m and costs $220 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $340 and takes 22h 18m.

Where does the Iowa to Rochester bus arrive?

Iowa to Rochester bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 4:16 PM in Iowa and 5:16 PM in Rochester.

Can I drive from Iowa to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Rochester is 917 miles. It takes approximately 15h 27m to drive from Iowa to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 160+ hotels available in Rochester.

Iowa to Rochester - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Iowa to Rochester 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 Rochester (ROC)DSM - ROC
4h 27m
$223–1,040
Fly from Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Rochester (ROC)MLI - ROC
6h 53m
$117–571
Bus, train via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to RochesterLake Shore Limited
19h 49m
$159–330
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo, NY
4. Take the bus from Buffalo to Rochester Bus Stop
22h 18m
$131–335
Drive 912 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Rochester912 mi
15h 27m
$167–241
Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO) to Rochester (ROC)ALO - ROC
5h 31m
$144–641
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Rochester (ROC)CID - ROC
5h 51m
$137–659
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to RochesterLake Shore Limited
19h 54m
$151–364
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoOmaha
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to RochesterLake Shore Limited
20h 7m
$162–362
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Burlington
2. Take the bus from Burlington to Galesburg
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rochester
21h 25m
$185–422

Iowa to Rochester by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

22h 18mAverage Duration

$131Cheapest Price

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Distance: 833.1 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Rochester, NY, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Rochester (ROC) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pennsylvania Ave / E University Ave to Rochester Bus Stop via 7Th St / Locust St, Dsm, Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, Cleveland Bus Station, Cleveland, OH, Buffalo, NY, and Buffalo in around 22h 18m.

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