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

The cheapest way to get from Decorah to Des Moines is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Decorah to Des Moines is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Decorah to Des Moines?

The distance between Decorah and Des Moines is 207 miles. The road distance is 184.7 miles.

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

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Decorah to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Decorah to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Decorah to Des Moines is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Decorah to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 235+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Decorah to Des Moines by car, bus, or plane

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

Drive, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Drive from Decorah to HyVee at Logan Avecar
2. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0154
5h 16m
$46–87
Drive 183.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Decorah to Des Moinescar 183.6 mi
3h 46m
$34–49
Drive, fly
1. Drive from Decorah to Rochester-Airport-RSTcar
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM)plane RST - DSM
5h 14m
$125–639

Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

30Weekly Planes

4h 30mAverage Duration

$95Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Decorah to Des Moines.

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Distance: 205.4 mi
Duration: 5h 16m

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

There is no direct connection from Decorah to Des Moines. However, you can drive to HyVee at Logan Ave, take the line 4 bus to Central Transfer, walk to Waterloo, then take the bus to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can drive from Decorah to Des Moines in around 3h 46m.

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