What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa to North Platte?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to North Platte is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa to North Platte?

The fastest way to get from Iowa to North Platte is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $190 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and North Platte?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to North Platte. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at North Platte, NE via Omaha, NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Iowa to North Platte?

The distance between Iowa and North Platte is 380 miles. The road distance is 412.9 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa to North Platte without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to North Platte without a car is to bus which takes 9h 5m and costs $110 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Iowa to North Platte?

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Iowa to North Platte, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to North Platte bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Iowa to North Platte?

The best way to get from Iowa to North Platte is to fly which takes 4h 7m and costs $190 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $160 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Iowa to North Platte bus arrive?

Iowa to North Platte bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Omaha, NE station.

Can I drive from Iowa to North Platte?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to North Platte is 413 miles. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Iowa to North Platte.

Where can I stay near North Platte?

There are 21+ hotels available in North Platte.

Iowa to North Platte - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Iowa to North Platte by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly from Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF)plane DSM - LBF
4h 7m
$198–611
Drive 410.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to North Plattecar 410.5 mi
6h 25m
$75–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to North Platte, NEbus Omaha
9h 5m
$118–160
Fly from Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field
1. Fly from Sioux Gateway Airport/Col. Bud Day Field (SUX) to North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF)plane SUX - LBF
4h 19m
$126–455
Fly from Omaha
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF)plane OMA - LBF
6h 54m
$123–523

Des Moines (DSM) to North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF) flights

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4h 22mAverage Duration

$107Cheapest Price

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Distance: 377.6 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and North Platte, NE, USA?

United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Frontier Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Des Moines to North Platte, NE via Des Moines and Omaha, NE in around 9h 5m.

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