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 8m.

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 $250 - $850.

How far is it from Des Moines to Mobile?

The distance between Des Moines and Mobile is 987 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 and train which takes 30h 23m and costs $280 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m 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 Greyhound USA, 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 bus which takes 30h 59m and costs $190 - $400. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $700 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Des Moines to Mobile bus arrive?

Des Moines to Mobile bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus 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 8m to drive from Des Moines to Mobile.

Where can I stay near Mobile?

There are 193+ hotels available in Mobile.

Des Moines to Mobile - 7 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 St Louis Bus Station, New Orleans Bus Station and Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 59m.

There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Mobile by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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 Destin–Fort Walton Beach Airport, bus
best
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
$258–831
Fly to Mobile Regional Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Mobile Regional Airport (MOB)plane DSM - MOB
7h 44m
$138–671
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain
3. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Stationbus
30h 23m
$283–619
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from New Orleans Bus Station to Mobile Bus Stationbus
30h 59m
$195–392
Drive 955.7 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Mobilecar 955.7 mi
18h 8m
$175–252
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 52m
$240–902
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 3m
$147–640

Des Moines to Mobile by bus and train

7Weekly Services

30h 23mAverage Duration

$283Cheapest Price

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Distance: 981.2 mi
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Water NB at St Louis St via St Louis Bus Station, New Orleans Bus Station, Mobile Bus Station, and Govt EB at Greyhound Bus Station in around 30h 59m. Alternatively, Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Mobile Regional Airport (MOB) every 3 hours.

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