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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Mattoon is to drive which costs $65 - $110 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Mattoon is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 3m and costs $210 - $800.

How far is it from Des Moines to Mattoon?

The distance between Des Moines and Mattoon is 326 miles. The road distance is 383.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Mattoon without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 31m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Des Moines to Mattoon, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Mattoon?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Mattoon is 383 miles. It takes approximately 7h 3m to drive from Des Moines to Mattoon.

Where can I stay near Mattoon?

There are 17+ hotels available in Mattoon.

Des Moines to Mattoon - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Mattoon by plane, taxi, 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 Decatur Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Decatur Airport (DEC)plane DSM - DEC
2. Take the taxi from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Mattoontaxi
5h 3m
$218–801
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain Saluki / ...
11h 31m
$61–128
Drive 381.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Mattooncar 381.3 mi
7h 3m
$70–101
Fly to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI)plane DSM - CMI
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain
6h 9m
$134–705
Bus, train via Champaign
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to Mattoon Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 33m
$67–149

Des Moines to Mattoon by bus, foot, and train

19Weekly Services

11h 31mAverage Duration

$61Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Mattoon.

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Distance: 324 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Mattoon. However, you can take the taxi to Des-Moines-Airport-DSM airport, fly to Decatur Airport (DEC), then take the taxi to Mattoon. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Mattoon Amtrak Station via Chicago Bus Station and Chicago Union Station in around 11h 31m.

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