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 - $90 and takes 5h 34m.

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 drive which takes 5h 34m and costs $55 - $90.

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 327.2 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 $85 - $190.

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 $85 - $190. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $160 - $750 and takes 5h 44m.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Fort Riley?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Fort Riley is 327 miles. It takes approximately 5h 34m to drive from Des Moines to Fort Riley.

Where can I stay near Fort Riley?

There are 26+ hotels available in Fort Riley.

Des Moines to Fort Riley - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 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 CityJefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Junction CityGreyhound US1200 / ...
7h 18m
$85–188
Drive 325.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Riley325.3 mi
5h 34m
$60–86
Fly to Manhattan Regional Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)DSM - MHK
5h 44m
$168–711
Fly to Salina Municipal Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Salina Municipal Airport (SLN)DSM - SLN
2. Take the bus from Salina to Junction City
8h 16m
$223–845

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

37Weekly Planes

5h 58mAverage Duration

$128Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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

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Distance: 340.3 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) 5 times a day.

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