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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kansas is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kansas is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs $260 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Kansas?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Kansas. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Wichita Bus Stop via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 40m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Kansas?

The distance between Des Moines and Kansas is 351 miles. The road distance is 389.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kansas without a car is to bus via Kansas City which takes 8h 40m and costs $45 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Des Moines to Kansas, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Kansas?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kansas is to fly which takes 4h 43m and costs $260 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus via Kansas City, which costs $45 - $160 and takes 8h 40m.

Where does the Des Moines to Kansas bus arrive?

Des Moines to Kansas bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Kansas?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Kansas is 390 miles. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Des Moines to Kansas.

Where can I stay near Kansas?

There are 165+ hotels available in Kansas.

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

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

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 Wichita Mid-Continent Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT)DSM - ICT
4h 43m
$260–1,348
Bus via Kansas City
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas CityJefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Wichita Bus StopGreyhound US1142 / ...
8h 40m
$46–158
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Newton Station
3. Take the bus from Newton Station to Wichita Amtrak Station
10h 45m
Drive 387.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Wichita387.3 mi
6h 14m
$71–103
Fly to Manhattan Regional Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)DSM - MHK
5h 6m
$165–756
Fly to Kansas City
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Kansas City (MCI)DSM - MCI
6h 34m
$158–871
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to OmahaIndianapolis
2. Take the bus from Omaha to WichitaOmaha-Aguascalientes
10h 33m
$165–209

Des Moines to Kansas by bus

14Weekly Buses

8h 40mAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Kansas.

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Distance: 349.1 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Wichita Bus Stop via Kansas City Bus Station in around 8h 40m.

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