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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kearney is to bus which costs $45 - $95 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kearney is to drive which takes 5h 4m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Kearney?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Des Moines and arriving at Kearney. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Des Moines to Kearney?

The distance between Des Moines and Kearney is 328 miles. The road distance is 316.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kearney without a car is to bus via Omaha which takes 6h 58m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 6h 58m to get from Des Moines to Kearney, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Kearney?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kearney is to bus via Omaha which takes 6h 58m and costs $110 - $160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $190 - $900 and takes 5h 48m.

Where does the Des Moines to Kearney bus arrive?

Des Moines to Kearney bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kearney station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Kearney?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Kearney is 316 miles. It takes approximately 5h 4m to drive from Des Moines to Kearney.

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

Book your Des Moines to Kearney bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kearney?

There are 23+ hotels available in Kearney.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Kearney 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 via Omaha
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Kearneybus Omaha
6h 58m
$117–157
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kearneybus Greyhound US0123
8h
$45–95
Drive 314.7 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Kearneycar 314.7 mi
5h 4m
$58–83
Fly to Kearney Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR)plane DSM - EAR
5h 48m
$193–866
Fly to North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to North Platte Regional Airport Lee Bird Field (LBF)plane DSM - LBF
2. Take the bus from North Platte to Kearneybus
7h 48m
$207–871

Des Moines to Kearney by bus (Greyhound)

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8hAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Kearney.

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Distance: 326.1 mi
Duration: 6h 58m

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

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Kearney via Omaha, NE and Kearney in around 6h 58m. Alternatively, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) 4 times a day.

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