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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Williston is to bus and train which costs $95 - $280 and takes 18h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Williston is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $170 - $800.

How far is it from Iowa to Williston?

The distance between Iowa and Williston is 701 miles. The road distance is 865.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Williston without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 41m and costs $95 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Iowa to Williston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Iowa to Williston?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Williston is 865 miles. It takes approximately 14h 45m to drive from Iowa to Williston.

Where can I stay near Williston?

There are 22+ hotels available in Williston.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Iowa to Williston by plane, bus, train, 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 Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA)plane DSM - XWA
4h 59m
$178–776
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus Jefferson 802
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Williston Amtraktrain Empire Builder
18h 41m
$97–280
Drive 860.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Willistoncar 860.4 mi
14h 45m
$157–227
Fly from Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field
1. Fly from Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field (SUX) to Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA)plane SUX - XWA
5h 50m
$146–520

Des Moines (DSM) to Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA) flights

53Weekly Planes

6h 15mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Williston.

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Distance: 696.9 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Williston, ND, USA?

Delta and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA) every 4 hours.

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