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

The cheapest way to get from Kentucky to Iowa is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 45m.

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 14m and costs $200 - $1,300.

How far is it from Kentucky to Iowa?

The distance between Kentucky and Iowa is 495 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 15h 39m and costs $110 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m 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 30m and costs $180 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $180 and takes 15h 39m.

What is the time difference between Kentucky and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Kentucky. It is currently 4:23 PM in Kentucky and 3:23 PM 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 524+ 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 Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SDF - DSM
5h 30m
$189–1,124
Fly Covington to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane CVG - MLI
7h 4m
$78–474
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0155S
15h 39m
$118–178
Drive 580.9 mi
1. Drive from Louisville to Des Moinescar 580.9 mi
9h 45m
$106–154
Fly Covington to Des Moines
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM)plane CVG - DSM
5h 14m
$208–1,222
Fly Louisville International Airport to Omaha
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Omaha (OMA)plane SDF - OMA
5h 24m
$247–1,333
Fly Covington to Omaha
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Omaha (OMA)plane CVG - OMA
5h 24m
$276–1,532
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
17h 59m
$141–285
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
18h 32m
$135–311

Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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5h 5mAverage Duration

$175Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kentucky to Iowa.

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Distance: 492.5 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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 Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Louisville, KY to Des Moines via Chicago Union Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 15h 39m.

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