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

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Kentucky is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Louisville, KY via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Iowa to Kentucky?

The distance between Iowa and Kentucky is 527 miles. The road distance is 583.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Iowa to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 12h 25m and costs $110 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Iowa to Kentucky, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to Kentucky bus from?

Iowa to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Iowa to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $120 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $190 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Iowa to Kentucky bus arrive?

Iowa to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 3:33 AM in Iowa and 4:33 AM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Iowa to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Kentucky is 583 miles. It takes approximately 9h 44m to drive from Iowa to Kentucky.

Where can I stay near Kentucky?

There are 615+ hotels available in Kentucky.

Iowa to Kentucky - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Iowa to Kentucky by plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Covington
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG)plane DSM - CVG
4h 39m
$122–628
Drive 579.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Louisvillecar 579.9 mi
9h 44m
$106–153
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus Chicago
12h 25m
$110–185
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Indianapolistrain
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
17h 19m
$250–420
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane DSM - SDF
5h 1m
$130–726
Bus via Speedway
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to El Mercadito Grocery - Clarksville, INbus Indianapolis
15h 2m
$116–190

Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG) flights

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4h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 524.2 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Kentucky, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to Louisville, KY via Des Moines and Indianapolis Union Station in around 12h 25m.

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