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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Philadelphia is to bus which costs $160 - $310 and takes 28h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $170 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Philadelphia?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Philadelphia. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Philadelphia via Chicago Bus Station and Allentown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 15m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Philadelphia?

The distance between Des Moines and Philadelphia is 990 miles. The road distance is 1079.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Philadelphia without a car is to bus and train which takes 27h 43m and costs $180 - $1,100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Des Moines to Philadelphia, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Philadelphia?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Philadelphia is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs $170 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $310 and takes 28h 15m.

Where does the Des Moines to Philadelphia bus arrive?

Des Moines to Philadelphia bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Philadelphia?

Philadelphia is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 10:14 AM in Des Moines and 11:14 AM in Philadelphia.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Philadelphia?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Philadelphia is 1080 miles. It takes approximately 17h 42m to drive from Des Moines to Philadelphia.

Where can I stay near Philadelphia?

There are 933+ hotels available in Philadelphia.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Des Moines to Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DSM - PHL
3h 14m
$178–871
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane DSM - EWR
2. Take the train from Newark Liberty International Airport to 30th Street Stationtrain
4h 55m
$148–891
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville Amtraktrain
3. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
27h 43m
$184–1,021
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Allentownbus
3. Take the bus from Allentown to Philadelphiabus
28h 15m
$169–305
Drive 1,073.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Philadelphiacar 1,073.5 mi
17h 42m
$196–283
Fly to Laguardia Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane DSM - LGA
2. Take the train from Ny Moynihan Train Hall At Penn Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
5h 29m
$173–1,327
Bus, train via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville Amtraktrain
4. Take the train from Washington Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain
33h 43m
$224–1,240
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to 30th Street Stationtrain Cardinal
34h 10m
$174–505

Des Moines to Philadelphia by bus, foot, train, and subway

7Weekly Services

27h 43mAverage Duration

$184Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Philadelphia.

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Distance: 984.3 mi
Duration: 3h 14m

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

American Airlines, Allegiant Air, and three other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Philadelphia via Chicago Bus Station and Allentown in around 28h 15m.

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