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

The cheapest way to get from Decatur to Des Moines is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Decatur to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $180 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Decatur and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Decatur to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Decatur, IN and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 14m.

How far is it from Decatur to Des Moines?

The distance between Decatur and Des Moines is 470 miles. The road distance is 491.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Decatur to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 12h 14m and costs $55 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Decatur to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Decatur to Des Moines bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Decatur, IN station.

Bus or fly from Decatur to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Decatur to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $180 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $170 and takes 12h 14m.

Where does the Decatur to Des Moines bus arrive?

Decatur to Des Moines bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Decatur and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Decatur. It is currently 2:43 AM in Decatur and 1:43 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Decatur to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Decatur to Des Moines is 491 miles. It takes approximately 8h 59m to drive from Decatur to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 200+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Decatur to Des Moines - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Decatur to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FWA - DSM
4h 34m
$184–788
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Decatur, IN to Chicagobus Columbus-Chicago
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
12h 14m
$59–166
Drive 488.6 mi
1. Drive from Decatur to Des Moinescar 488.6 mi
8h 59m
$90–129

Decatur to Des Moines by bus

7Weekly Buses

12h 14mAverage Duration

$59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 467 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

What companies run services between Decatur, IN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Fort Wayne International Airport (FWA) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Decatur, IN to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station in around 12h 14m.

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