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

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Iowa is to bus which costs $95 - $150 and takes 13h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kentucky to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $200 - $1,200.

How far is it from Kentucky to Iowa?

The distance between Kentucky and Iowa is 600 miles. The road distance is 584.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kentucky to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 13h 48m and costs $95 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Kentucky to Iowa, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Kentucky to Iowa?

The best way to get from Kentucky to Iowa is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $200 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $150 and takes 13h 48m.

What is the time difference between Kentucky and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Kentucky. It is currently 4:15 AM in Kentucky and 3:15 AM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Kentucky to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Kentucky to Iowa is 584 miles. It takes approximately 9h 45m to drive from Kentucky to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 244+ hotels available in Iowa.

Kentucky to Iowa - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Kentucky to Iowa by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, bus, train, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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

Fly Louisville International Airport to Omaha
best
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Omaha (OMA)plane SDF - OMA
5h 29m
$207–1,133
Fly Louisville International Airport to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane SDF - MLI
6h 54m
$69–425
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
13h 48m
$98–148
Drive 580.9 mi
1. Drive from Louisville to Des Moinescar 580.9 mi
9h 45m
$106–154
Fly Covington to Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane CVG - MLI
6h 46m
$84–554
Fly Covington to The Eastern Iowa Airport, bus
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane CVG - CID
2. Take the bus from GTC Bay 9 to Court St Transportation Centerbus
8h 21m
Bus to Nashville, fly to Omaha
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Nashvillebus
2. Fly from Nashville (BNA) to Omaha (OMA)plane BNA - OMA
6h 58m
$200–928
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
16h 8m
$101–200
Bus via Speedway
1. Take the bus from El Mercadito Grocery - Clarksville, IN to Indianapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
16h 41m
$127–291

Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Omaha (OMA) flights

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5h 14mAverage Duration

$188Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kentucky to Iowa.

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Distance: 596.1 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

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

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Omaha (OMA) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Louisville, KY to Des Moines via Chicago Union Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 13h 48m.

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