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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to DeKalb is to bus which costs $45 - $90 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to DeKalb is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs $45 - $75.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and DeKalb?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Des Moines and arriving at Dekalb. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

How far is it from Des Moines to DeKalb?

The distance between Des Moines and DeKalb is 279 miles. The road distance is 271.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to DeKalb without a car is to bus which takes 6h 25m and costs $45 - $90.

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

The bus from Des Moines to Dekalb takes 6h 25m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

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

Where does the Des Moines to DeKalb bus arrive?

Des Moines to DeKalb bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Dekalb station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to DeKalb?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to DeKalb is 271 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Des Moines to DeKalb.

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

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

Where can I stay near DeKalb?

There are 11+ hotels available in DeKalb.

Des Moines to DeKalb - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Dekalbbus Greyhound US0155S
6h 25m
$45–90
Drive 269.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to DeKalbcar 269.8 mi
4h 29m
$50–72
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain
6h 17m
$87–462
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Elburntrain
6h 3m
$117–642

Des Moines to DeKalb by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

6h 25mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 277.2 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and DeKalb, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Des Moines to Dekalb once daily. Tickets cost $45–90 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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