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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Cincinnati is to bus which costs $80 - $180 and takes 13h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $210 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Cincinnati?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Cincinnati. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Cincinnati via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 50m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Cincinnati?

The distance between Des Moines and Cincinnati is 527 miles. The road distance is 575.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Cincinnati without a car is to bus which takes 13h 50m and costs $80 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Des Moines to Cincinnati, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Cincinnati?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Cincinnati is to fly which takes 5h 19m and costs $210 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $180 and takes 13h 50m.

Where does the Des Moines to Cincinnati bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Cincinnati?

Cincinnati is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 5:18 PM in Des Moines and 6:18 PM in Cincinnati.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Cincinnati?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Cincinnati is 576 miles. It takes approximately 9h 44m to drive from Des Moines to Cincinnati.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Cincinnati?

Book your Des Moines to Cincinnati bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cincinnati?

There are 711+ hotels available in Cincinnati.

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

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

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 Covington
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG)plane DSM - CVG
5h 19m
$210–1,123
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnatibus FlixBus 2514
13h 50m
$82–173
Drive 572.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Cincinnaticar 572.5 mi
9h 44m
$105–151
Fly Des Moines to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane DSM - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Cincinnaticar
6h 7m
$143–694
Drive to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Covington
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)car
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Covington (CVG)plane FOD - CVG
7h 6m
$129–677
Fly Des Moines to Indianapolis, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Indianapolis (IND)plane DSM - IND
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Cincinnatibus
8h 1m
$145–808

Des Moines to Cincinnati by bus

6Weekly Buses

13h 50mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Cincinnati.

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Distance: 524.1 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Cincinnati, OH, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Cincinnati via Chicago Bus Station in around 13h 50m.

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