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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Mobile is to drive which costs $170 - $260 and takes 18h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Mobile is to fly and bus which takes 5h 19m and costs $280 - $1,000.

How far is it from Des Moines to Mobile?

The distance between Des Moines and Mobile is 844 miles. The road distance is 961.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Mobile without a car is to bus which takes 29h 24m and costs $120 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 8h 30m to get from Des Moines to Mobile, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Mobile?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Mobile is to fly which takes 8h 30m and costs $160 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $380 and takes 29h 24m.

Where does the Des Moines to Mobile bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Mobile?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Mobile is 961 miles. It takes approximately 18h 17m to drive from Des Moines to Mobile.

Where can I stay near Mobile?

There are 189+ hotels available in Mobile.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Mobile?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Mobile. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Water NB at St Louis St via Kansas City, Memphis Bus Station, New Orleans Bus Station and Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 24m.

There are 8 ways to get from Des Moines to Mobile by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Mobile Regional Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Mobile Regional Airport (MOB)plane DSM - MOB
8h 30m
$168–821
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Stationbus
29h 24m
$126–378
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
3. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Stationbus
32h 47m
$204–432
Drive 955.7 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Mobilecar 955.7 mi
18h 17m
$175–252
Fly to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS)plane DSM - VPS
2. Take the bus from McDonald's - Crestview to Love's Travel Stop - Loxleybus
5h 19m
$288–981
Fly to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport (GPT)plane DSM - GPT
2. Take the bus from Gulfport to Mobilebus
7h 47m
$260–1,002
Fly to Pensacola International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Pensacola International Airport (PNS)plane DSM - PNS
2. Take the bus from Pensacola Airport to Mobile Bus Stationbus
9h 13m
$213–976
Bus via Lafayette
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Memphis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Memphis Bus Station to Lafayettebus
4. Take the bus from Lafayette to Mobile Bus Stationbus
33h 9m
$163–453

Des Moines to Mobile by bus

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29h 24mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 839 mi
Duration: 8h 30m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Water NB at St Louis St via Kansas City, Memphis Bus Station, New Orleans Bus Station, Mobile Bus Station, and Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station in around 29h 24m.

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