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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Flint is to bus which costs $90 - $170 and takes 15h 40m.

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 38m and costs $140 - $700.

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 15h 40m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Flint?

The distance between Des Moines and Flint is 531 miles. The road distance is 584.7 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 14h 17m and costs $110 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m 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 Greyhound USA, 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 38m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $170 and takes 15h 40m.

Where does the Des Moines to Flint bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Flint?

Flint is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 2:22 PM in Des Moines and 3:22 PM 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 40m to drive from Des Moines to Flint.

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

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

Where can I stay near Flint?

There are 28+ hotels available in Flint.

Des Moines to Flint - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Flint by plane, bus, train, car, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or bus (Greyhound)

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

Fly to Bishop International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bishop International Airport (FNT)plane DSM - FNT
4h 38m
$143–661
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Flintbus FlixBus 2552
15h 40m
$93–165
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Flint Amtrak Stationtrain Blue Water
14h 17m
$118–245
Drive 581.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Flintcar 581.3 mi
9h 40m
$107–154
Fly to Mbs International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Mbs International Airport (MBS)plane DSM - MBS
2. Take the bus from Saginaw Bus Center to Flint Amtrakbus
6h 7m
$154–688
Fly to Detroit, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)plane DSM - DTW
2. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Flintbus
5h 44m
$129–638
Bus via Benton Harbor
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Benton Harbor Bus Stopbus
3. Take the bus from Greyhound Benton Harbor to Flint Stationbus
17h 5m
$104–200

Des Moines to Flint by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

14h 17mAverage Duration

$118Cheapest Price

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Distance: 528 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bishop International Airport (FNT) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Flint via Chicago Bus Station in around 15h 40m.

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