What is the cheapest way to get from Basalt to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Basalt to Des Moines is to drive which costs $150 - $220 and takes 13h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basalt to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Basalt to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 45m and costs $140 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Basalt and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Basalt to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Downtown Basalt and arriving at Des Moines via West Glenwood Park & Ride, Union Station Gate B22 and Denver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 59m.

How far is it from Basalt to Des Moines?

The distance between Basalt and Des Moines is 739 miles. The road distance is 837.5 miles.

How do I travel from Basalt to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Basalt to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 18h 59m and costs $140 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Basalt to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Basalt to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basalt to Des Moines bus from?

Basalt to Des Moines bus services, operated by RFTA, depart from Downtown Basalt station.

Bus or fly from Basalt to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Basalt to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 45m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $280 and takes 18h 59m.

Where does the Basalt to Des Moines bus arrive?

Basalt to Des Moines bus services, operated by RFTA, arrive at West Glenwood Park & Ride station.

What is the time difference between Basalt and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of Basalt. It is currently 12:40 PM in Basalt and 1:40 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Basalt to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Basalt to Des Moines is 838 miles. It takes approximately 13h 36m to drive from Basalt to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 228+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Basalt to Des Moines - 8 ways to travel via plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 8 ways to get from Basalt to Des Moines by plane, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport
best
1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Des Moines (DSM)ASE - DSM
5h 45m
$140–674
Bus
1. Take the bus from Downtown Basalt to West Glenwood Park & RideL
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Union Station
3. Take the bus from Denver to Des Moines
18h 59m
$140–272
Drive 832.6 mi
1. Drive from Basalt to Des Moines832.6 mi
13h 36m
$152–220
Taxi to Eagle County Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Basalt to Eagle-Airport-EGE
2. Fly from Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) to Des Moines (DSM)EGE - DSM
5h 52m
$265–823
Drive to Montrose Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from Basalt to Montrose-Airport-MTJ
2. Fly from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to Des Moines (DSM)MTJ - DSM
7h 14m
$168–751
Drive to Gunnison County Airport, fly
1. Drive from Basalt to Gunnison County Airport (GUC)
2. Fly from Gunnison County Airport (GUC) to Des Moines (DSM)GUC - DSM
7h 34m
$154–745
Drive to Yampa Valley Airport, fly
1. Drive from Basalt to Yampa Valley Airport (HDN)
2. Fly from Yampa Valley Airport (HDN) to Des Moines (DSM)HDN - DSM
8h 12m
$160–755
Bus via Omaha
1. Take the bus from Downtown Basalt to West Glenwood Park & RideL
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Union Station
3. Take the bus from Denver to Omaha, NE
4. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moines
20h 20m
$182–244

Basalt to Des Moines by bus

7Weekly Buses

18h 59mAverage Duration

$140Cheapest Price

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Distance: 735 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Basalt, CO, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Downtown Basalt to Des Moines via West Glenwood Park & Ride, Union Station Gate B22, 19th St & Curtis St, and Denver in around 18h 59m.

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