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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Charlottesville is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 17h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Charlottesville is to fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $170 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Charlottesville?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Charlottesville station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Downtown Transit Station via Chicago Bus Station, Washington Union Station and Alderman Road at Stadium Rd northbound. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 11m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Charlottesville?

The distance between Des Moines and Charlottesville is 859 miles. The road distance is 1011.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Charlottesville without a car is to bus and train which takes 28h 54m and costs $150 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Des Moines to Charlottesville, including transfers.

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

Des Moines to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Charlottesville?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Charlottesville is to fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $170 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 29h 11m.

Where does the Des Moines to Charlottesville bus arrive?

Des Moines to Charlottesville bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Charlottesville?

Charlottesville is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 5:58 AM in Des Moines and 6:58 AM in Charlottesville.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Charlottesville?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Charlottesville is 1011 miles. It takes approximately 17h 19m to drive from Des Moines to Charlottesville.

Where can I stay near Charlottesville?

There are 94+ hotels available in Charlottesville.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Charlottesville by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

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 Charlottesville
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Charlottesville (CHO)plane DSM - CHO
5h 21m
$178–761
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Charlottesvilletrain Cardinal
28h 54m
$154–456
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Washington Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Washington Union Station to Alderman Rd / Floyd Dr - Charlottesvillebus
29h 11m
Drive 1,005.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Charlottesvillecar 1,005.4 mi
17h 19m
$184–265
Fly to Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD)plane DSM - SHD
2. Take the taxi from Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD) to Charlottesvilletaxi
7h 12m
$358–1,301
Fly to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)plane DSM - DCA
2. Take the train from Alexandria to Charlottesvilletrain
5h 55m
$333–1,864
Fly to Richmond International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Richmond International Airport (RIC)plane DSM - RIC
2. Take the bus from Richmond Main Street Amtrak Station to Charlottesville Amtrak Stationbus
8h 46m

Des Moines to Charlottesville by bus, foot, and train

3Weekly Services

28h 54mAverage Duration

$154Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Charlottesville.

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Distance: 854.5 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Charlottesville, VA, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Charlottesville (CHO) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Downtown Transit Station via Chicago Bus Station, Washington Union Station, and Alderman Road at Stadium Rd northbound in around 29h 11m.

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