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 $100 - $210 and takes 13h 20m.

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 - $1,100.

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 13h 20m and costs $100 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 40m 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 40m and costs $170 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $210 and takes 13h 20m.

What is the time difference between Kentucky and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Kentucky. It is currently 4:01 AM in Kentucky and 3:01 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 514+ hotels available in Iowa.

Kentucky to Iowa - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Kentucky to Iowa by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, 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.

Fly Louisville International Airport to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SDF - DSM
5h 40m
$179–974
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 48m
$69–435
Bus
1. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
13h 20m
$101–205
Drive 580.9 mi
1. Drive from Louisville to Des Moinescar 580.9 mi
9h 45m
$106–154
Fly Louisville International Airport to Omaha
1. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Omaha (OMA)plane SDF - OMA
5h 29m
$207–1,033
Fly Covington to Omaha
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Omaha (OMA)plane CVG - OMA
5h 54m
$206–1,032
Fly Covington to Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane CVG - MLI
6h 57m
$74–444
Bus via Speedway
1. Take the bus from El Mercadito Grocery - Clarksville, IN to Indianapolisbus Memphis
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
15h 40m
$122–306

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

116Weekly Planes

5h 9mAverage Duration

$164Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kentucky to Iowa.

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Distance: 492.5 mi
Duration: 5h 40m

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 Indianapolis Union Station and Des Moines in around 13h 20m.

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