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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Schenectady is to drive which costs $200 - $300 and takes 18h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Schenectady is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $240 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Schenectady?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Schenectady. However, there are services departing from Pennsylvania Ave / E University Ave and arriving at Schenectady via Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station and Midtown - 400 8th Ave. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 53m.

How far is it from Iowa to Schenectady?

The distance between Iowa and Schenectady is 1040 miles. The road distance is 1121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Schenectady without a car is to bus and train via Des Moines which takes 23h 49m and costs $140 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Iowa to Schenectady, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Schenectady bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Iowa to Schenectady?

The best way to get from Iowa to Schenectady is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $240 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $440 and takes 32h 53m.

Where does the Iowa to Schenectady bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Iowa and Schenectady?

Schenectady is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 7:17 PM in Iowa and 8:17 PM in Schenectady.

Can I drive from Iowa to Schenectady?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Schenectady is 1121 miles. It takes approximately 18h 42m to drive from Iowa to Schenectady.

Where can I stay near Schenectady?

There are 206+ hotels available in Schenectady.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Iowa to Schenectady by plane, bus, train, bus (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 Albany County Airport (ALB)DSM - ALB
5h 57m
$240–1,125
Fly from Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Albany County Airport (ALB)MLI - ALB
7h 45m
$124–656
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 SchenectadyLake Shore Limited
23h 49m
$144–460
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to New York Midtown
3. Take the bus from Midtown - 400 8th Ave to SchenectadyNyc
32h 53m
$202–437
Drive 1,114.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Schenectady1,114.8 mi
18h 42m
$204–294
Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) to Albany County Airport (ALB)CID - ALB
7h 44m
$174–794
Fly from Omaha
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Albany County Airport (ALB)OMA - ALB
8h 5m
$265–1,307
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SchenectadyLake Shore Limited
24h 9m
$146–464
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoOmaha
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to SchenectadyLake Shore Limited
24h 22m
$157–462
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 Schenectady
25h 40m
$177–517

Iowa to Schenectady by bus and foot

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32h 53mAverage Duration

$202Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,034.2 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

Allegiant Air, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Albany County Airport (ALB) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pennsylvania Ave / E University Ave to Schenectady via 7Th St / Locust St, Dsm, Des Moines, Chicago Bus Station, New York Midtown, and Midtown - 400 8th Ave in around 32h 53m.

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