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

The cheapest way to get from Kalamazoo to Iowa is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 7h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kalamazoo to Iowa is to train and fly which takes 5h 38m and costs $80 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between Kalamazoo and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kalamazoo to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

How far is it from Kalamazoo to Iowa?

The distance between Kalamazoo and Iowa is 481 miles. The road distance is 461.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Iowa without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 35m and costs $85 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 10h 35m to get from Kalamazoo to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kalamazoo to Iowa bus from?

Kalamazoo to Iowa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kalamazoo Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Kalamazoo to Iowa?

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Iowa is to fly which takes 7h 11m and costs $40 - $300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $220 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Kalamazoo to Iowa bus arrive?

Kalamazoo to Iowa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Kalamazoo and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Kalamazoo. It is currently 6:18 AM in Kalamazoo and 5:18 AM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Kalamazoo to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalamazoo to Iowa is 462 miles. It takes approximately 7h 38m to drive from Kalamazoo to Iowa.

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

There are 10 ways to get from Kalamazoo to Iowa by train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union StationWolverine / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
10h 35m
$85–248
Fly Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)AZO - MLI
7h 11m
$44–294
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
12h 7m
$122–298
Drive 459.2 mi
1. Drive from Kalamazoo to Des Moines459.2 mi
7h 38m
$84–121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
11h 5m
$79–211
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Des Moines
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)ORD - DSM
5h 45m
$129–664
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)ORD - ALO
5h 38m
$84–374
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Omaha
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Omaha (OMA)MDW - OMA
6h 2m
$112–473
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Quad City International Airport
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)ORD - MLI
6h 47m
$64–335
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)ORD - CID
6h 58m
$88–383

Kalamazoo to Iowa by train, foot, and bus

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10h 35mAverage Duration

$85Cheapest Price

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Distance: 478.6 mi
Duration: 10h 35m

What companies run services between Kalamazoo, MI, USA and Iowa, USA?

American Airlines flies from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Des Moines via Chicago in around 11h 5m.

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