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 4m.

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 3h 58m and costs $120 - $600.

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 via St. Paul-Minneapolis and Wausau Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Appleton?

The distance between Des Moines and Appleton is 335 miles. The road distance is 382.4 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 via Saint Paul which takes 13h 30m and costs $100 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m 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 3h 58m and costs $120 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus via Saint Paul, which costs $100 - $230 and takes 13h 30m.

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 382 miles. It takes approximately 7h 4m 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 66+ 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 (Amtrak), car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, or train

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
3h 58m
$122–594
Drive 380.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Appletoncar 380.2 mi
7h 4m
$70–101
Bus via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
2. Take the bus from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Wausau Amtrak Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Wausau Transit Center to Appletonbus
13h 30m
$102–230
Fly to Green Bay
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Green Bay (GRB)plane DSM - GRB
5h 22m
$138–614
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Appleton Transit Centerbus FlixBus 2550
13h 35m
$81–146
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 Appleton Amtrak Stationbus
14h 7m
$91–211
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 Appleton Amtrak Stationbus
15h 4m
$116–349

Des Moines to Appleton by bus

7Weekly Buses

13h 30mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

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Distance: 333.1 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Appleton International Airport (ATW) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Appleton via St. Paul, St. Paul-Minneapolis, Wausau Amtrak Bus Stop, and Wausau Transit Center in around 13h 30m.

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