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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Wausau is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Wausau is to fly which takes 3h 59m and costs $110 - $550.

How far is it from Iowa to Wausau?

The distance between Iowa and Wausau is 325 miles. The road distance is 381.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Wausau without a car is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs $100 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Iowa to Wausau, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Wausau?

The best way to get from Iowa to Wausau is to fly which takes 3h 59m and costs $110 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 10h 30m.

Can I drive from Iowa to Wausau?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Wausau is 381 miles. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Iowa to Wausau.

Where can I stay near Wausau?

There are 36+ hotels available in Wausau.

Iowa to Wausau - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Iowa to Wausau by plane, bus (Greyhound), 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 Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)plane DSM - CWA
3h 59m
$116–529
Drive 378.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Wausaucar 378.9 mi
7h 49m
$70–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Wausau Transit Centerbus Greyhound US0150S
10h 30m
$104–170
Fly from Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)plane MLI - CWA
6h 3m
$70–340

Des Moines (DSM) to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) flights

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4h 38mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 323 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Wausau, WI, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Wausau Transit Center via Des Moines and Minneapolis Bus Station in around 10h 30m.

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