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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Bend is to drive which costs $300 - $440 and takes 27h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Bend is to fly which takes 7h 31m and costs $210 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Bend?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Bend station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Bend Hawthorne Station via Denver Union Station, RTC CENTENNIAL PLAZA Bay B, Amtrak Reno, Corner Of Main And West Fifth Ave and Klamath Falls Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 45m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Bend?

The distance between Des Moines and Bend is 1431 miles. The road distance is 1669 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Bend without a car is to bus which takes 47h 45m and costs $240 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from Des Moines to Bend, including transfers.

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

Des Moines to Bend bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Bend?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Bend is to fly which takes 7h 31m and costs $210 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $240 - $600 and takes 47h 45m.

Where does the Des Moines to Bend bus arrive?

Des Moines to Bend bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Denver station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Bend?

Bend is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 11:07 PM in Des Moines and 9:07 PM in Bend.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Bend?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Bend is 1669 miles. It takes approximately 27h 26m to drive from Des Moines to Bend.

Where can I stay near Bend?

There are 934+ hotels available in Bend.

Des Moines to Bend - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Bend by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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 Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM)plane DSM - RDM
7h 31m
$219–930
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Portlandtrain
3. Take the bus from Portland Union Station to Bend Hawthorne Stationbus
2d 1h
$193–639
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denverbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Amtrak Reno to Corner Of Main And West Fifth Avebus
4. Take the bus from Corner Of Main And West Fifth Ave to Greyhound Connection To Medford Via The Shuttle Klamath Falls + Amtrak Klamath Falls Rail Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Klamath Falls Amtrak Station to Bend Hawthorne Stationbus
47h 45m
$244–557
Drive 1,659.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Bendcar 1,659.3 mi
27h 26m
$303–438
Fly to Portland International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane DSM - PDX
2. Take the bus from Portland International Airport to Hawthorne Station, Bendbus
8h 51m
$366–1,483
Fly to Mahlon Sweet Field Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG)plane DSM - EUG
2. Take the bus from University of Oregon - Jaqua Academic Center to Bend Hawthorne Stationbus
10h 11m
$275–1,061

Des Moines to Bend by bus and foot

1Weekly Services

47h 45mAverage Duration

$244Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,422.2 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

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

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Alaska Airlines, Inc. fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Bend Hawthorne Station via Denver, Denver Union Station, RTC CENTENNIAL PLAZA Bay B, RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay I 4SS, Amtrak Reno, Corner Of Main And West Fifth Ave, Greyhound Connection To Medford Via The Shuttle Klamath Falls + Amtrak Klamath Falls Rail Station, and Klamath Falls Amtrak Station in around 47h 45m.

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