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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Iowa is to bus which costs $150 - $250 and takes 21h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Iowa is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $140 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Iowa?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Iowa. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Cleveland Bus Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 5m.

How far is it from Rochester to Iowa?

The distance between Rochester and Iowa is 838 miles. The road distance is 912.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Iowa without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 27m and costs $200 - $440.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Rochester to Iowa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester to Iowa bus from?

Rochester to Iowa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Rochester Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Rochester to Iowa?

The best way to get from Rochester to Iowa is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $250 and takes 21h 5m.

Where does the Rochester to Iowa bus arrive?

Rochester to Iowa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Cleveland Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Rochester and Iowa?

Iowa is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 2:58 AM in Rochester and 1:58 AM in Iowa.

Can I drive from Rochester to Iowa?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Iowa is 913 miles. It takes approximately 15h 41m to drive from Rochester to Iowa.

Where can I stay near Iowa?

There are 248+ hotels available in Iowa.

Rochester to Iowa - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Rochester to Iowa by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ROC - DSM
4h 34m
$145–693
Fly to Quad City International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane ROC - MLI
6h 31m
$119–622
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
19h 27m
$201–433
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
21h 5m
$151–247
Drive 907.3 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Des Moinescar 907.3 mi
15h 41m
$166–240
Fly to Waterloo Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Waterloo Municipal Airport (ALO)plane ROC - ALO
4h 56m
$145–643
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane ROC - CID
5h 11m
$157–670
Fly to Omaha
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Omaha (OMA)plane ROC - OMA
4h 43m
$192–900
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
21h 19m
$216–498

Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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Distance: 833.2 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Iowa, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Des Moines via Cleveland Bus Station, Chicago Bus Station, and Des Moines in around 21h 5m.

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