What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa to Oklahoma City?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to Oklahoma City is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 8h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa to Oklahoma City?

The fastest way to get from Iowa to Oklahoma City is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $170 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and Oklahoma City?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to Oklahoma City station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Oklahoma City Bus Station via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.

How far is it from Iowa to Oklahoma City?

The distance between Iowa and Oklahoma City is 493 miles. The road distance is 543.9 miles.

How do I travel from Iowa to Oklahoma City without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to Oklahoma City without a car is to bus via Kansas City which takes 12h 10m and costs $100 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Iowa to Oklahoma City?

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

Where do I catch the Iowa to Oklahoma City bus from?

Iowa to Oklahoma City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Iowa to Oklahoma City?

The best way to get from Iowa to Oklahoma City is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $170 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus via Kansas City, which costs $100 - $180 and takes 12h 10m.

Where does the Iowa to Oklahoma City bus arrive?

Iowa to Oklahoma City bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Iowa to Oklahoma City?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to Oklahoma City is 544 miles. It takes approximately 8h 36m to drive from Iowa to Oklahoma City.

Where can I stay near Oklahoma City?

There are 488+ hotels available in Oklahoma City.

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There are 7 ways to get from Iowa to Oklahoma City by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus (Greyhound), bus, or train

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Fly from Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Will Rogers World Airport (OKC)plane DSM - OKC
4h 39m
$178–761
Drive 540.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Oklahoma Citycar 540.7 mi
8h 36m
$99–143
Bus via Kansas City
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Oklahoma City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1142 / ...
12h 10m
$103–172
Fly from Quad City International Airport
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Will Rogers World Airport (OKC)plane MLI - OKC
6h 56m
$142–642
Fly from Omaha
1. Fly from Omaha (OMA) to Will Rogers World Airport (OKC)plane OMA - OKC
6h 59m
$153–743
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Tulsabus Jefferson Lines 801
2. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Oklahoma City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1210
13h 10m
$118–171
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Newton Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Newton Station to Oklahoma Citybus
13h 27m
$158–277

Iowa to Oklahoma City by bus

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12h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 490.2 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Iowa, USA and Oklahoma City, OK, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Will Rogers World Airport (OKC) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Oklahoma City Bus Station via Kansas City and Kansas City Bus Station in around 12h 10m.

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