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

The cheapest way to get from Pontiac to Iowa is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Pontiac to Iowa is to train and fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $140 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Pontiac and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontiac to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Center and arriving at Des Moines via Detroit Bus Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 40m.

How far is it from Pontiac to Iowa?

The distance between Pontiac and Iowa is 586 miles. The road distance is 599.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontiac to Iowa without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 8m and costs $100 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Pontiac to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontiac to Iowa bus from?

Pontiac to Iowa bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, depart from Phoenix Center station.

Where does the Pontiac to Iowa bus arrive?

Pontiac to Iowa bus services, operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, arrive at Larned + Griswold station.

What is the time difference between Pontiac and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Pontiac. It is currently 12:55 PM in Pontiac and 11:55 AM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Pontiac to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontiac to Iowa is 599 miles. It takes approximately 9h 53m to drive from Pontiac to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 231+ hotels available in Iowa.

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

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

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

Train to Detroit, fly to Des Moines
best
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborn
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)DTW - DSM
5h 1m
$144–690
Train to Detroit, fly to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborn
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)DTW - MLI
8h 22m
$69–331
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationWolverine
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
14h 8m
$106–300
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
15h 40m
$146–370
Drive 595.9 mi
1. Drive from Pontiac to Des Moines595.9 mi
9h 53m
$109–158
Train to Detroit, fly to Omaha
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborn
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Omaha (OMA)DTW - OMA
5h 23m
$152–649
Bus to Bishop International Airport, fly to Quad City International Airport
1. Take the bus from Pontiac, MI to Flint, MI
2. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)FNT - MLI
7h 48m
$94–379
Train to Detroit, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Take the train from Pontiac Amtrak Station to Dearborn
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)DTW - CID
8h 18m
$88–379
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Center to Larned + Griswold462
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moines
16h 40m
$92–282

Pontiac to Iowa by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

14h 8mAverage Duration

$106Cheapest Price

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Distance: 582.4 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Pontiac, MI, USA and Iowa, USA?

You can take a bus from Phoenix Center to Des Moines via Larned + Griswold, Detroit Bus Station, and Chicago in around 16h 40m.

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