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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Appleton is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 7h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Appleton is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $110 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Appleton?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Appleton. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Appleton Transit Center via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 35m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Appleton?

The distance between Des Moines and Appleton is 335 miles. The road distance is 382.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Appleton without a car is to bus which takes 12h 35m and costs $75 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Des Moines to Appleton, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Appleton?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Appleton is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $110 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 12h 35m.

Where does the Des Moines to Appleton bus arrive?

Des Moines to Appleton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Appleton?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Appleton is 383 miles. It takes approximately 7h 5m to drive from Des Moines to Appleton.

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

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

Where can I stay near Appleton?

There are 70+ hotels available in Appleton.

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

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

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

Fly to Appleton International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Appleton International Airport (ATW)plane DSM - ATW
4h 14m
$117–534
Drive 380.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Appletoncar 380.3 mi
7h 5m
$70–101
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Appleton Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2550
12h 35m
$79–149
Fly to Green Bay
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Green Bay (GRB)plane DSM - GRB
5h 45m
$133–554
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Appletonbus
13h 13m
$90–182
Bus, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Owatonnabus
2. Take a shuttle bus from Owatonna, MN to Rochester Sinclairshuttle
3. Take the bus from Rochester, MN to La Crossebus
4. Take the bus from La Crosse Grand River Station to Appleton Valley Transitbus
13h 26m
$119–189
Bus, train via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Appletonbus
15h 8m
$168–313

Des Moines to Appleton by bus

5Weekly Buses

12h 35mAverage Duration

$79Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Appleton.

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Distance: 333.1 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Appleton International Airport (ATW) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Appleton Transit Center via Chicago Bus Station in around 12h 35m.

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