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 32m.

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 16m and costs $330 - $1,600.

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 Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, Spokane Station and Portland Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 40m.

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 40m and costs $220 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m 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 Jefferson Lines, 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 16m and costs $330 - $1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $220 - $800 and takes 47h 40m.

Where does the Des Moines to Bend bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Bend?

Bend is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 3:11 AM in Des Moines and 1:11 AM 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 32m to drive from Des Moines to Bend.

Where can I stay near Bend?

There are 991+ hotels available in Bend.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Bend by plane, bus (Flixbus), 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 Des Moines to Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM)plane DSM - RDM
7h 16m
$339–1,530
Drive to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)car
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM)plane FOD - RDM
14h 39m
$208–984
Bus
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 Station to Portland Curbside Bus Stopbus
6. Take the bus from Portland Union Station to Bend Hawthorne Stationbus
47h 40m
$223–782
Bus, train
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
$533–1,269
Drive 1,659.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Bendcar 1,659.3 mi
27h 32m
$303–438
Fly Des Moines 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
$356–1,483
Fly Des Moines 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
9h 37m
$255–1,011

Des Moines to Bend by bus

4Weekly Buses

47h 40mAverage Duration

$223Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Bend.

Launch map view

Distance: 1,422.2 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

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

United Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Roberts Field-Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Bend Hawthorne Station via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, Spokane Station, Portland Curbside Bus Stop, and Portland Union Station in around 47h 40m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.