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Two ways to Travel from Iowa to West Lafayette

Composite routes from Iowa to West Lafayette

Cheapest
7 h 20 min
Car
693 km.
from $38

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$250.00
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$282.61

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$282.61
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$239.13

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Omaha to Midway
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$489.13

Southern Airways Express

Website:
iflysouthern.com/
Plane from Quad City International Airport to Purdue
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$706.52
Plane from The Eastern Iowa Airport to Purdue
Ave. Duration:
5h 6m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$510.87

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$92.39
Train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette
Ave. Duration:
3h 1m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.22–$81.52

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Lafayette
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.15–$86.96
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$195.65

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Lafayette
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.96–$51.09

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$152.17
Bus from Des Moines to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.22–$81.52
Bus from Burlington to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$46.74

Amtrak Thruway

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$81.52

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Iowa to West Lafayette?

The cheapest way to get from Iowa to West Lafayette is to drive which costs $76.09 - $119.57 and takes 7h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Iowa to West Lafayette?

The fastest way to get from Iowa to West Lafayette is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $130.43 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Iowa and West Lafayette?

No, there is no direct bus from Iowa to West Lafayette. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Lafayette Bus Stop via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 35m.

How far is it from Iowa to West Lafayette?

The distance between Iowa and West Lafayette is 773 km. The road distance is 700.3 km.

How do I travel from Iowa to West Lafayette without a car?

The best way to get from Iowa to West Lafayette without a car is to bus which takes 10h 35m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 .

How long does it take to get from Iowa to West Lafayette?

It takes approximately 10h 35m to get from Iowa to West Lafayette, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Iowa to West Lafayette bus from?

Iowa to West Lafayette bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Iowa to West Lafayette?

The best way to get from Iowa to West Lafayette is to bus which takes 10h 35m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $195.65 - $706.52 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Iowa to West Lafayette bus arrive?

Iowa to West Lafayette bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Iowa and West Lafayette?

West Lafayette is 1h ahead of Iowa. It is currently 03:08 in Iowa and 04:08 in West Lafayette.

Can I drive from Iowa to West Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Iowa to West Lafayette is 700 km. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Iowa to West Lafayette.

How do I get a bus ticket from Iowa to West Lafayette?

Book your Iowa to West Lafayette bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near West Lafayette?

There are 44+ hotels available in West Lafayette. Prices start at $38.88 per night.
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