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

The cheapest way to get from Kansas to Iowa is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kansas to Iowa is to drive which takes 6h 16m and costs $70 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Wichita Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

How far is it from Kansas to Iowa?

The distance between Kansas and Iowa is 403 miles. The road distance is 389.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 8h 25m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m to get from Kansas to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kansas to Iowa bus from?

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

Where does the Kansas to Iowa bus arrive?

Kansas to Iowa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kansas to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas to Iowa is 390 miles. It takes approximately 6h 16m to drive from Kansas to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 249+ hotels available in Iowa.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Kansas to Iowa by bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wichita Bus Stop to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1142 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
8h 25m
$81–133
Drive 387.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wichita to Des Moinescar 387.5 mi
6h 16m
$71–103
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wichita Amtrak Station to Newton Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newton Station to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
11h 18m
$119–228
Bus via 2210 Somerset St - Wichita
1. Take the bus from 2210 Somerset St - Wichita to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
9h 34m
$107–152

Kansas to Iowa by bus

18Weekly Buses

8h 25mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 400.4 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Wichita Bus Stop to Des Moines via Kansas City Bus Station and Kansas City in around 8h 25m.

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