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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Flint is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Flint is to fly which takes 4h and costs $130 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Flint?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Flint. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Flint via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 50m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Flint?

The distance between Des Moines and Flint is 531 miles. The road distance is 584.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Flint without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 22m and costs $95 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Des Moines to Flint, including transfers.

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

Des Moines to Flint bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Flint?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Flint is to fly which takes 4h and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $250 and takes 14h 50m.

Where does the Des Moines to Flint bus arrive?

Des Moines to Flint bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Flint?

Flint is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 9:35 AM in Des Moines and 10:35 AM in Flint.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Flint?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Flint is 585 miles. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Des Moines to Flint.

Where can I stay near Flint?

There are 29+ hotels available in Flint.

Des Moines to Flint - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 10 ways to get from Des Moines to Flint by plane, bus, train, car, bus (Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly Des Moines to Bishop International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)DSM - FNT
4h
$133–611
Bus, train via Des Moines
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak StationBlue Water
13h 27m
$86–274
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoOmaha
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak StationBlue Water
12h 22m
$98–263
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Burlington
2. Take the bus from Burlington to Galesburg
3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
4. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak Station
14h 58m
$116–317
Drive 581.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Flint581.3 mi
9h 34m
$107–154
Drive to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Bishop International Airport
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)FOD - FNT
6h 29m
$107–415
Fly Des Moines to Detroit, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)DSM - DTW
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flint
5h 52m
$119–599
Fly Des Moines to Mbs International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Mbs International Airport (MBS)DSM - MBS
2. Take the bus from Bay City, MI to Flint, MI
6h 28m
$152–646
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to ChicagoDes Moines
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to FlintFlixBus 2552
14h 50m
$101–244
Bus via Kalamazoo
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stop
3. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Flint, MI
18h 40m
$108–194

Des Moines to Flint by bus, foot, and train

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12h 22mAverage Duration

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Distance: 528 mi
Duration: 4h

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bishop International Airport (FNT) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Flint via Chicago Bus Station in around 14h 50m.

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