What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa to New York?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to New York is to bus via Indianapolis which costs $190 - $390 and takes 30h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa to New York?

The fastest way to get from Iowa to New York is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $140 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and New York?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to New York. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at New York City Chinatown via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 55m.

How far is it from Iowa to New York?

The distance between Iowa and New York is 1040 miles. The road distance is 1111 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa to New York without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to New York without a car is to bus and train which takes 28h 31m and costs $360 - $800.

How long does it take to get from Iowa to New York?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Iowa to New York, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to New York bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Iowa to New York?

The best way to get from Iowa to New York is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs $140 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $360 and takes 28h 55m.

Where does the Iowa to New York bus arrive?

Iowa to New York bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and New York?

New York is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 12:19 AM in Iowa and 1:19 AM in New York.

Can I drive from Iowa to New York?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to New York is 1111 miles. It takes approximately 18h 25m to drive from Iowa to New York.

Where can I stay near New York?

There are 3465+ hotels available in New York.

Iowa to New York - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Iowa to New York by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport
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1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane DSM - EWR
3h 27m
$148–599
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited / ...
28h 31m
$369–760
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to New York City Chinatownbus FlixBus N2640
28h 55m
$209–360
Drive 1,104.6 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to New Yorkcar 1,104.6 mi
18h 25m
$202–292
Fly to Laguardia Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane DSM - LGA
3h 48m
$221–974
Fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DSM - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
4h 47m
$241–1,624
Bus, train via Galesburg
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 Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Stationtrain
29h 42m
$399–830
Bus via Indianapolis (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus Greyhound US0421
30h 35m
$199–390

Des Moines (DSM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) flights

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Distance: 1,033.9 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and New York, NY, USA?

Allegiant Air, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to New York City Chinatown via Des Moines and Chicago Bus Station in around 28h 55m.

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