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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Duluth is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Duluth is to fly which takes 6h 2m and costs $95 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Duluth?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Duluth. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Duluth via St. Paul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Duluth?

The distance between Des Moines and Duluth is 409 miles. The road distance is 396 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Duluth without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $35 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 10m to get from Des Moines to Duluth, including transfers.

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

Des Moines to Duluth bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Duluth?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Duluth is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $35 - $180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $600 and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Des Moines to Duluth bus arrive?

Des Moines to Duluth bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Duluth?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Duluth is 396 miles. It takes approximately 6h 27m to drive from Des Moines to Duluth.

Where can I stay near Duluth?

There are 80+ hotels available in Duluth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Duluth by bus, car, or plane

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus Jefferson 802
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Duluthbus Jefferson 909 / ...
8h 10m
$37–179
Drive 393.7 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Duluthcar 393.7 mi
6h 27m
$72–104
Fly to Duluth International Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Duluth International Airport (DLH)plane DSM - DLH
6h 2m
$99–573
Bus via Minneapolis Airport (MSP)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to MSP Airportbus Jefferson 802
2. Take the bus from Landline - MSP Terminal-1 Lindbergh to Landline - Duluth Int'l Airportbus Landline to DLH
10h 16m
$64–164
Fly to Range Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Range Regional Airport (HIB)plane DSM - HIB
2. Take the bus from Hibbing to Duluthbus
6h 30m
$128–652

Des Moines to Duluth by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 10mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 406.4 mi
Duration: 8h 10m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Duluth, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Duluth via St. Paul in around 8h 10m. Alternatively, Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Duluth International Airport (DLH) 5 times a day.

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