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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Iowa is to drive which costs $90 - $130 and takes 8h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Iowa is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 24m and costs $170 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Bloomington, IN and arriving at Des Moines via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Iowa?

The distance between Bloomington and Iowa is 462 miles. The road distance is 496.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 12h 10m and costs $95 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Bloomington to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bloomington to Iowa bus from?

Bloomington to Iowa bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, depart from Bloomington, IN station.

Where does the Bloomington to Iowa bus arrive?

Bloomington to Iowa bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Bloomington and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Bloomington. It is currently 2:35 PM in Bloomington and 1:35 PM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Iowa is 497 miles. It takes approximately 8h 53m to drive from Bloomington to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 265+ hotels available in Iowa.

Bloomington to Iowa - 6 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Bloomington to Iowa by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Shuttle, fly to Des Moines
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from 7th St and Woodlawn Ave at the Indiana Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IND - DSM
6h 24m
$170–754
Drive 493.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bloomington to Des Moinescar 493.8 mi
8h 53m
$91–131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bloomington, IN to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Evansville
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
12h 10m
$98–181
Shuttle, fly to Omaha
1. Take a shuttle bus from 7th St and Woodlawn Ave at the Indiana Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Omaha (OMA)plane IND - OMA
6h 58m
$158–663
Shuttle, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from 7th St and Woodlawn Ave at the Indiana Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane IND - CID
7h 8m
$138–473
Shuttle, fly to Quad City International Airport
1. Take a shuttle bus from 7th St and Woodlawn Ave at the Indiana Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane IND - MLI
7h 54m
$95–415

Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

138Weekly Planes

5h 19mAverage Duration

$122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 459.3 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IN, USA and Iowa, USA?

You can take a bus from Bloomington, IN to Des Moines via Indianapolis Union Station and Des Moines in around 12h 10m.

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