What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley is to fly which takes 5h 49m and costs $160 - $800.

How far is it from Des Moines to Fort Riley?

The distance between Des Moines and Fort Riley is 342 miles. The road distance is 321.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley without a car is to bus which takes 7h 18m and costs $80 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley?

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Fort Riley?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley is to bus which takes 7h 18m and costs $80 - $180. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $160 - $800 and takes 5h 49m.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Fort Riley?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Fort Riley is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 50m to drive from Des Moines to Fort Riley.

Where can I stay near Fort Riley?

There are 22+ hotels available in Fort Riley.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Junction Citybus Greyhound US1200 / ...
7h 18m
$80–178
Drive 319.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Rileycar 319.4 mi
5h 50m
$59–85
Fly to Manhattan Regional Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)plane DSM - MHK
5h 49m
$168–761
Fly to Salina Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Salina Municipal Airport (SLN)plane DSM - SLN
2. Take the bus from Salina to Junction Citybus
7h 51m
$223–845
Fly to Lincoln Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lincoln Municipal Airport (LNK)plane DSM - LNK
2. Drive from Lincoln-Airport-LNK to Fort Rileycar
7h 51m
$163–761

Des Moines (DSM) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) flights

43Weekly Planes

6h 32mAverage Duration

$129Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Fort Riley.

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Distance: 340.2 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Fort Riley, KS, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Fort Riley via Kansas City Bus Station and Junction City in around 7h 18m. Alternatively, American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) every 4 hours.

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