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

The cheapest way to get from DeKalb to Des Moines is to bus which costs $45 - $90 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from DeKalb to Des Moines is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between DeKalb and Des Moines?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Dekalb and arriving at Des Moines. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from DeKalb to Des Moines?

The distance between DeKalb and Des Moines is 279 miles. The road distance is 270.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from DeKalb to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $45 - $90.

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

The bus from Dekalb to Des Moines takes 6h 45m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

DeKalb to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Dekalb station.

Where does the DeKalb to Des Moines bus arrive?

DeKalb to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from DeKalb to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between DeKalb to Des Moines is 271 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from DeKalb to Des Moines.

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

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

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 238+ hotels available in Des Moines.

DeKalb to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from DeKalb to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound), car, train, or plane

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Dekalb to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0155S
6h 45m
$45–90
Drive 268.9 mi
1. Drive from DeKalb to Des Moinescar 268.9 mi
4h 29m
$50–71
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
6h 9m
$66–312
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Elburn to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
6h 9m
$80–422

DeKalb to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

6h 45mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 277 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

What companies run services between DeKalb, IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Dekalb to Des Moines once daily. Tickets cost $45–90 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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