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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Detroit is to bus which costs $80 - $190 and takes 14h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Detroit is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Detroit?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Detroit station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Detroit Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Detroit?

The distance between Des Moines and Detroit is 564 miles. The road distance is 599.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Detroit without a car is to bus and train which takes 14h 4m and costs $100 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Des Moines to Detroit, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Detroit?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Detroit is to fly which takes 3h 25m and costs $120 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $190 and takes 14h 10m.

Where does the Des Moines to Detroit bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Detroit?

Detroit is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 3:51 PM in Des Moines and 4:51 PM in Detroit.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Detroit?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Detroit is 599 miles. It takes approximately 9h 54m to drive from Des Moines to Detroit.

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

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

Where can I stay near Detroit?

There are 474+ hotels available in Detroit.

Des Moines to Detroit - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Detroit by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)plane DSM - DTW
3h 25m
$120–623
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Detroit Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
14h 10m
$81–187
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Detroittrain Wolverine
14h 4m
$101–247
Drive 595.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Detroitcar 595.8 mi
9h 54m
$109–158
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Detroit Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2552
16h 22m
$101–225

Des Moines to Detroit by bus, foot, train, and tram

19Weekly Services

14h 4mAverage Duration

$101Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Detroit.

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Distance: 560.6 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Detroit, MI, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Detroit Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station in around 14h 10m.

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