What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines is to bus via Des Moines which costs $40 - $85 and takes 8h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $100 - $650.

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Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines

Q: How far is it from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines?

The distance between Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) and Des Moines is 322 miles. The road distance is 331.1 miles.

Q: How do I travel from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 8h 36m and costs $55 - $170.

Q: How long does it take to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines, including transfers.

Q: Bus or fly from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 23m and costs $100 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $170 and takes 8h 36m.

Q: Can I drive from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines is 331 miles. It takes approximately 5h 29m to drive from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines.

There are 6 ways to get from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines by plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or train

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 Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)ORD - DSM
3h 23m
$102–631
Bus via Des Moines (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
8h 41m
$42–85
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
8h 36m
$58–165
Drive 329.2 mi
1. Drive from Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines329.2 mi
5h 29m
$61–87
Line 9 bus to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ashland & Chicago to Ashland Orange Line Station
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)MDW - DSM
3h 33m
$121–778
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
3. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
10h 22m
$94–215

Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch) to Des Moines by foot, subway, and bus

14Weekly Services

8h 36mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 319.7 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Chicago Station (CTA Logan Square branch), IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Burlington Trailways operates a bus from Chicago to Des Moines twice daily. Tickets cost $55–160 and the journey takes 7h 10m.

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