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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Hancock is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 10h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Hancock is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $150 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Hancock?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Hancock. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Hancock, MI via St. Paul-Minneapolis and Green Bay, WI - Transit. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 5m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Hancock?

The distance between Des Moines and Hancock is 481 miles. The road distance is 565.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Hancock without a car is to bus which takes 21h 5m and costs $140 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 4h 34m to get from Des Moines to Hancock, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Hancock?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Hancock is to fly which takes 4h 34m and costs $150 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $330 and takes 21h 5m.

Where does the Des Moines to Hancock bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Hancock?

Hancock is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 8:47 AM in Des Moines and 9:47 AM in Hancock.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Hancock?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Hancock is 566 miles. It takes approximately 10h 51m to drive from Des Moines to Hancock.

Where can I stay near Hancock?

There are 22+ hotels available in Hancock.

Des Moines to Hancock - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Des Moines to Hancock by plane, bus, car, bus (Amtrak), or train

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

Fly Des Moines to Houghton County Memorial Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX)plane DSM - CMX
4h 34m
$151–700
Bus, drive
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Duluthbus
3. Take the bus from Duluth Transportation Center East to Ironwoodbus
4. Take the bus from Ironwood to Watersmeet. MIbus
5. Drive from Watersmeet. MI to Baragacar
6. Take the bus from Baraga to Hancock, MIbus
16h 49m
$81–284
Drive 562.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Hancockcar 562.4 mi
10h 51m
$103–149
Drive to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Houghton County Memorial Airport
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)car
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX)plane FOD - CMX
10h 25m
$105–424
Fly Des Moines to Rhinelander, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Rhinelander (RHI)plane DSM - RHI
2. Drive from Rhinelander (RHI) to Hancockcar
6h 34m
$126–606
Fly Des Moines to Sawyer International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Sawyer International Airport (MQT)plane DSM - MQT
2. Take the bus from Gwinn to Hancock, MIbus
8h 29m
$157–695
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
2. Take the bus from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Green Bay Amtrak Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Green Bay, WI - Transit to Hancock, MIbus
21h 5m
$144–324
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
3. Take the bus from Milwaukee to Hancock, MIbus
21h 33m
$138–254

Des Moines to Hancock by bus

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21h 5mAverage Duration

$144Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Hancock.

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Distance: 478.5 mi
Duration: 4h 34m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Houghton County Memorial Airport (CMX) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Hancock, MI via St. Paul, St. Paul-Minneapolis, and Green Bay, WI - Transit in around 21h 5m.

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