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How to get fromDes Moines to Boiseby plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Boise by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Boise Airport (BOI)plane plane DSM - BOI
    5h 44m
    $399–1,922

  2. Bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Cedar Citybus bus
    3. Take the bus from Cedar City, UT to 3988 W Chinden - Boisebus bus
    41h 40m
    $230–397

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus bus
    2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Spokanetrain train
    3. Take the bus from Spokane Station to Boise, ID - Airportbus bus
    47h 37m
    $260–565

  4. Drive 1,346.2 mi

    1. Drive from Des Moines to Boisecar car 1,346.2 mi
    20h 49m
    $246–355

Des Moines to Boise by bus and foot

Calendar2Weekly Services
Duration41h 40mAverage Duration
Ticket$230Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Boise, ID, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Boise Airport (BOI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Main Street Station - Upper Deck via Denver Union Station, Cedar City, Cedar City, UT, 3988 W Chinden - Boise, and W Chinden Blvd & W 39th St SWC in around 41h 40m.

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