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

The cheapest way to get from Cincinnati to Des Moines is to bus which costs $80 - $180 and takes 13h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cincinnati to Des Moines is to drive and fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $160 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Cincinnati and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Cincinnati to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Cincinnati and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 34m.

How far is it from Cincinnati to Des Moines?

The distance between Cincinnati and Des Moines is 527 miles. The road distance is 576.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 13h 34m and costs $80 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 8m to get from Cincinnati to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Cincinnati to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Cincinnati station.

Bus or fly from Cincinnati to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Cincinnati to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 8m and costs $210 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $180 and takes 13h 34m.

Where does the Cincinnati to Des Moines bus arrive?

Cincinnati to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Cincinnati. It is currently 10:29 PM in Cincinnati and 9:29 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Cincinnati to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Cincinnati to Des Moines is 577 miles. It takes approximately 9h 45m to drive from Cincinnati to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cincinnati to Des Moines?

Book your Cincinnati to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 120+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Cincinnati to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Cincinnati to Des Moines by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or bus

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

Fly Covington to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM)plane CVG - DSM
6h 8m
$218–1,222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2514
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
13h 34m
$81–173
Drive 573.2 mi
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Des Moinescar 573.2 mi
9h 45m
$105–152
Drive to Blue Grass Airport, fly to Des Moines
1. Drive from Cincinnati to Lexington-Airport-LEXcar
2. Fly from Blue Grass Airport (LEX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LEX - DSM
5h 58m
$163–794
Bus to Indianapolis, fly to Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati to Indianapolisbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IND - DSM
8h 30m
$154–906
Fly Covington to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane CVG - FOD
2. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Des Moinescar
9h 45m
$118–626
Bus to Dayton, fly to Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Cincinnati Bus Station to Dayton Trotwood Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Dayton (DAY) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DAY - DSM
9h 21m
$256–1,270

Cincinnati to Des Moines by bus

6Weekly Buses

13h 34mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Cincinnati to Des Moines.

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Distance: 523.6 mi
Duration: 6h 8m

What companies run services between Cincinnati, OH, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cincinnati to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station in around 13h 34m.

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