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

The cheapest way to get from Topeka to Iowa is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Topeka to Iowa is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs $45 - $70.

How far is it from Topeka to Iowa?

The distance between Topeka and Iowa is 263 miles. The road distance is 255.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Topeka to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 5h 14m and costs $40 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Topeka to Iowa, including transfers.

Can I drive from Topeka to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Topeka to Iowa is 256 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Topeka to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 241+ hotels available in Iowa.

Topeka to Iowa - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Topeka to Iowa by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Topeka to Kansas City Bus StationGreyhound US1200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des MoinesJefferson 802 / ...
5h 14m
$43–128
Drive 254.1 mi
1. Drive from Topeka to Des Moines254.1 mi
4h 9m
$47–67
Bus via Kansas City
1. Take the bus from Quincy Street Station - Topeka to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas CityEl Paso
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des MoinesJefferson 802 / ...
5h 35m
$69–155
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Topeka Station to Kansas CitySouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des MoinesJefferson 802 / ...
6h 49m
$47–136
Bus via Omaha
1. Take the bus from Topeka to OmahaAguascalientes-Omaha
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Des MoinesDenver
7h 19m
$163–212

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 261.1 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Topeka, KS, USA and Iowa, USA?

You can take a bus from Topeka to Des Moines via Kansas City and Des Moines in around 5h 14m.

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