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

The cheapest way to get from Lexington to Iowa is to drive and bus which costs $100 - $210 and takes 17h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lexington to Iowa is to fly which takes 7h 33m and costs $100 - $420.

How far is it from Lexington to Iowa?

The distance between Lexington and Iowa is 490 miles. The road distance is 653.9 miles.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Lexington to Iowa, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Lexington and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Lexington. It is currently 12:49 AM in Lexington and 11:49 PM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Lexington to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Lexington to Iowa is 654 miles. It takes approximately 11h 17m to drive from Lexington to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 261+ hotels available in Iowa.

Lexington to Iowa - 7 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Lexington to Iowa by plane, car, or bus

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Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
best
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane LEX - CID
7h 33m
$102–412
Fly to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane LEX - MLI
8h 32m
$59–354
Drive, bus
1. Drive from Lexington to Middletown Station @ Targetcar
2. Take the bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus
17h 11m
$109–209
Drive 650.1 mi
1. Drive from Lexington to Des Moinescar 650.1 mi
11h 17m
$119–172
Fly to Des Moines
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LEX - DSM
7h 35m
$119–623
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane LEX - ALO
7h 47m
$85–395
Fly to Omaha
1. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Omaha (OMA)plane LEX - OMA
7h 35m
$122–582

Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

76Weekly Planes

6h 9mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Distance: 487.2 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Lexington, KY, USA and Iowa, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) every 2 hours.

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