Philadelphia, PA to Iowa bus with SEPTA

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa

Showing times and prices for Nov 28

Cheapest price

$499

Average price

$499

Fastest journey

1 d 19 h 55 m

Average duration

1 d 19 h 55 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

1945 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa will cost around $499 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $499.

Fast buses

It's difficult to get from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa without transferring at least 2 times.

Peter Pan Bus Lines
08:00PM43h55
Philadelphia, PA
03:55PMIowa
$4991One-way
2 transfers

Live departures

Philadelphia, PA to Iowa bus times

The table below shows live departures for Philadelphia, PA to Iowa buses for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 12:14 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
peterpanbus5:00 PM Philadelphia, PA
46h55
3:55 PM Iowa2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa

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Buses from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa run on average 1 times per day, taking around 38h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $419 (€339) if you book in advance.

The earliest bus runs at 09:52, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 1208 miles (1945 km) distance in 29h 35m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
1208 miles (1945 km)
Average bus duration
38h 59m
Cheapest ticket price
$419 (€339)
Buses per day
1
Fastest bus
29h 35m
First bus
09:52
Last bus
20:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: SEPTA, Peter Pan Bus from Philadelphia, PA to IowaYou can travel by bus between Philadelphia, PA to Iowa with SEPTA, Peter Pan Bus for as low as $419 (€339). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Peter Pan Bus

About
Peter Pan Bus Lines is one of the largest privately-owned motorcoach companies in the USA, serving over 100 communities in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. Founded in 1933, it remains a family-owned business. The company offers daily express service to major metropolitan areas such as Boston, New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, D.C., and is a primary provider for routes like Boston to Cape Cod. Peter Pan buses are equipped with amenities like comfortable seating, power outlets, and Wi-Fi on most coaches. They are also known for eliminating booking fees for tickets purchased directly through their website or app.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
43h 55m
Cheapest Price
$499 (€404)
Peter Pan Bus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Each ticketed passenger is allowed one carry-on bag (up to 25 lbs) and one stowed bag (up to 50 lbs) for free.
Additional luggage
Additional stowed bags are allowed, limited to three extra items, for a fee of $5.00 each, with a maximum weight of 50 lbs per bag.
Cancellation Policy
All Peter Pan tickets are non-refundable unless a refundable fare option was specifically purchased.
Pregnant on board
Pregnant passengers are allowed on board.
Unaccompagned minor
Children 15 years of age and younger cannot travel alone and must be accompanied by a parent, legal guardian, or another passenger at least 16 years old.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat selection is generally first-come, first-served, but priority seating is available for seniors and individuals with disabilities, and reserved seats may be offered on select routes for an additional fee.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
All Peter Pan buses are wheelchair accessible and can accommodate both manual and power wheelchairs, with a maximum combined weight of 650 lbs for the person and chair.
Pets
Small dogs and cats are allowed on board in a carrier.
Entertaiment on board

SEPTA

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
29h 35m
Cheapest Price
$415 (€336)
SEPTA frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Iowa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa can start from as little as $469 (€380) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Philadelphia, PA to Iowa is $528 (€428); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa is 29 h 35 min   to travel the 1205 mile (1944 km) long trip, with around there is 1 bus per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa leaves at 9: 52AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa leaves at 8: 00PM.
There is 1 bus a day from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa which require at least one change with SEPTA or Peter Pan Bus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer buses.
For the journey from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa you can take a bus with SEPTA or Peter Pan Bus. Be sure to check out all possible bus companies that offer services to Iowa from Philadelphia, PA on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Yes, you can take a bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa.
No, the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa.
    No, luggage for the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Philadelphia, PA to Iowa.

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