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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Bellingham is to drive which costs $330 - $490 and takes 28h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Bellingham is to fly which takes 9h 9m and costs $210 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Bellingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Bellingham station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Bellingham Amtrak Station via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, Spokane and Everett Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 5m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Bellingham?

The distance between Des Moines and Bellingham is 1505 miles. The road distance is 1849.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Bellingham without a car is to bus which takes 42h 5m and costs $200 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 9h 9m to get from Des Moines to Bellingham, including transfers.

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

Des Moines to Bellingham bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Bellingham?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Bellingham is to fly which takes 9h 9m and costs $210 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $800 and takes 42h 5m.

Where does the Des Moines to Bellingham bus arrive?

Des Moines to Bellingham bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Bellingham?

Bellingham is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 3:26 PM in Des Moines and 1:26 PM in Bellingham.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Bellingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Bellingham is 1850 miles. It takes approximately 28h 58m to drive from Des Moines to Bellingham.

Where can I stay near Bellingham?

There are 98+ hotels available in Bellingham.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Bellingham by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), bus, train, car, 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 Bellingham International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bellingham International Airport (BLI)plane DSM - BLI
9h 9m
$219–972
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Dickinsonbus
3. Take the bus from Dickinson to Billingsbus
4. Take the bus from Billings to Spokanebus
5. Take the bus from Spokane to Everett Stationbus
6. Take the bus from Everett Amtrak Station to Bellingham Amtrak Stationbus
42h 5m
$209–777
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Everett Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Everett Amtrak Station to Bellingham Amtrak Stationtrain
44h 53m
$468–1,139
Drive 1,838.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Bellinghamcar 1,838.8 mi
28h 58m
$336–485
Fly to Vancouver International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)plane DSM - YVR
2. Take the train from Vancouver to Bellingham Amtrak Stationtrain
10h 5m
$217–915
Fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane DSM - SEA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Bellingham, WA-4 points by Sheratonshuttle
9h 37m
$258–1,086
Fly to Paine Field County Airport, shuttle
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Paine Field County Airport (PAE)plane DSM - PAE
2. Take a shuttle bus from Paine Field Airport Terminal - Eb to Bellingham, WA-4 points by Sheratonshuttle
10h 56m
$249–1,071

Des Moines to Bellingham by bus

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42h 5mAverage Duration

$209Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,495.8 mi
Duration: 9h 9m

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

Allegiant Air, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bellingham International Airport (BLI) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Bellingham Amtrak Station via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, Spokane, Everett Station, and Everett Amtrak Station in around 42h 5m.

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