What is the cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Iowa?

The cheapest way to get from Kansas City to Iowa is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kansas City to Iowa?

The fastest way to get from Kansas City to Iowa is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $26 - $100.

How far is it from Kansas City to Iowa?

The distance between Kansas City and Iowa is 199 miles. The road distance is 193.1 miles.

How do I travel from Kansas City to Iowa without a car?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $26 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Kansas City to Iowa?

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Kansas City to Iowa, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Kansas City to Iowa?

The best way to get from Kansas City to Iowa is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs $26 - $100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $85 - $470 and takes 5h 58m.

Can I drive from Kansas City to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas City to Iowa is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Kansas City to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 244+ hotels available in Iowa.

Kansas City to Iowa - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Kansas City to Iowa by bus, car, or plane

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
3h 5m
$26–98
Drive 192 mi
1. Drive from Kansas City to Des Moinescar 192 mi
3h 13m
$35–51
Fly
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MCI - DSM
5h 58m
$87–461

Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

136Weekly Planes

5h 36mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kansas City to Iowa.

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Distance: 198 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Kansas City, MO, USA and Iowa, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Kansas City to Des Moines twice daily. Tickets cost $18–90 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly.

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