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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Wisconsin is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Wisconsin is to drive which takes 6h 27m and costs $60 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Wisconsin?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Wisconsin station. However, there are services departing from Pennsylvania Ave / E University Ave and arriving at Milwaukee Intermodal Station via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 13m.

How far is it from Iowa to Wisconsin?

The distance between Iowa and Wisconsin is 442 miles. The road distance is 355.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Wisconsin without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 53m and costs $75 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 9h 53m to get from Iowa to Wisconsin, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Wisconsin bus from?

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

Where does the Iowa to Wisconsin bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Iowa to Wisconsin?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Wisconsin is 355 miles. It takes approximately 6h 27m to drive from Iowa to Wisconsin.

Where can I stay near Wisconsin?

There are 298+ hotels available in Wisconsin.

Iowa to Wisconsin - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Iowa to Wisconsin by bus, train, car, plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to MilwaukeeHiawatha Service / ...
9h 53m
$78–199
Drive 353.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Milwaukee353.2 mi
6h 27m
$65–94
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 Milwaukee
11h 24m
$112–257
Fly, train
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)MLI - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Kenosha
7h 5m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoOmaha
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal StationGreyhound US0150 / ...
10h 13m
$87–222
Bus via Milwaukee Mitchell Airport
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Mitchell AirportFlixBus 2548 / ...
10h 30m
$78–206

Iowa to Wisconsin by bus, foot, and train

14Weekly Services

9h 53mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Iowa to Wisconsin.

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Distance: 439.9 mi
Duration: 9h 53m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Wisconsin, USA?

You can take a bus from Pennsylvania Ave / E University Ave to Milwaukee Intermodal Station via 7Th St / Locust St, Dsm, Des Moines, and Chicago Bus Station in around 10h 13m.

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