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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Iowa is to drive which costs $160 - $250 and takes 15h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Iowa is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $240 - $1,300.

How far is it from Rochester to Iowa?

The distance between Rochester and Iowa is 838 miles. The road distance is 920.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Iowa without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 27m and costs $220 - $490.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Rochester to Iowa, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Rochester to Iowa?

The best way to get from Rochester to Iowa is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $240 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $330 and takes 21h 20m.

What is the time difference between Rochester and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 12:56 PM in Rochester and 11:56 AM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Rochester to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Iowa is 921 miles. It takes approximately 15h 26m to drive from Rochester to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 517+ hotels available in Iowa.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Rochester to Iowa by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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

Fly to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ROC - DSM
4h 49m
$244–1,241
Fly to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane ROC - MLI
5h 50m
$109–522
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
19h 27m
$229–483
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
21h 20m
$165–330
Drive 915.2 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Des Moinescar 915.2 mi
15h 26m
$167–242
Fly to Omaha
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Omaha (OMA)plane ROC - OMA
5h 3m
$282–1,350
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane ROC - ALO
7h 16m
$129–591

Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

96Weekly Planes

5h 50mAverage Duration

$216Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Rochester to Iowa.

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Distance: 833.2 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Iowa, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Des Moines via Cleveland Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 21h 20m.

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