What is the cheapest way to get from Elk River to Iowa?

The cheapest way to get from Elk River to Iowa is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Elk River to Iowa?

The fastest way to get from Elk River to Iowa is to bus and fly which takes 3h 41m and costs $110 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Elk River and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Elk River to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Elk River Park & Ride and arriving at Des Moines via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

How far is it from Elk River to Iowa?

The distance between Elk River and Iowa is 280 miles. The road distance is 274.8 miles.

How do I travel from Elk River to Iowa without a car?

The best way to get from Elk River to Iowa without a car is to bus which takes 7h 3m and costs $80 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Elk River to Iowa?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Elk River to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Elk River to Iowa bus from?

Elk River to Iowa bus services, operated by Metro Transit, depart from Elk River Park & Ride station.

Where does the Elk River to Iowa bus arrive?

Elk River to Iowa bus services, operated by Metro Transit, arrive at Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B station.

Can I drive from Elk River to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Elk River to Iowa is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 30m to drive from Elk River to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 262+ hotels available in Iowa.

Elk River to Iowa - 5 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Elk River to Iowa by bus, plane, or car

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Bus, fly to Des Moines
best
1. Take the bus from Elk River Park & Ride to Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group Bbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
3h 41m
$111–587
Drive 273.2 mi
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1. Drive from Elk River to Des Moinescar 273.2 mi
4h 30m
$50–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elk River Park & Ride to Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group Bbus 882
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
7h 3m
$85–115
Bus, fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Take the bus from Elk River Park & Ride to Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group Bbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane MSP - CID
3h 44m
$99–396
Bus, fly to Omaha
1. Take the bus from Elk River Park & Ride to Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group Bbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Omaha (OMA)plane MSP - OMA
3h 52m
$589–996

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.3 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Elk River, MN, USA and Iowa, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Elk River to Des Moines via Elk River Park & Ride, Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B, Minneapolis, and Des Moines in around 7h 3m.

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