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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kalamazoo is to bus which costs $75 - $150 and takes 11h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kalamazoo is to fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Kalamazoo?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Kalamazoo. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Kalamazoo Bus Stop via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Kalamazoo?

The distance between Des Moines and Kalamazoo is 438 miles. The road distance is 462 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kalamazoo without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 20m and costs $80 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Des Moines to Kalamazoo, including transfers.

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

Des Moines to Kalamazoo bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Kalamazoo?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kalamazoo is to fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $100 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $150 and takes 11h 5m.

Where does the Des Moines to Kalamazoo bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Kalamazoo?

Kalamazoo is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 7:01 PM in Des Moines and 8:01 PM in Kalamazoo.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Kalamazoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Kalamazoo is 462 miles. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Des Moines to Kalamazoo.

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

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

Where can I stay near Kalamazoo?

There are 53+ hotels available in Kalamazoo.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Des Moines to Kalamazoo by plane, bus, train, car, 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 Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO)plane DSM - AZO
5h 14m
$105–573
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Kalamazoo Bus Stopbus Greyhound US0160
11h 5m
$78–144
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain Wolverine / ...
10h 20m
$84–169
Drive 459.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Kalamazoocar 459.3 mi
7h 43m
$84–122
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain
5h 49m
$105–476
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazootrain
5h 26m
$145–746
Fly to Detroit, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)plane DSM - DTW
2. Take the train from Dearborn to Kalamazootrain
6h 20m
$150–693
Fly to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)plane DSM - GRR
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus
7h 50m
$231–1,350

Des Moines to Kalamazoo by bus, foot, and train

19Weekly Services

10h 20mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Kalamazoo.

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Distance: 435.3 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Kalamazoo Bus Stop via Chicago Bus Station in around 11h 5m.

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