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How to get fromDes Moines to Portlandby plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Portland by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane plane DSM - PDX
    4h 40m
    $311–1,424

  2. Bus, train

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus bus Jefferson 802
    2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Portlandtrain train Empire Builder
    43h 54m
    $174–574

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Dickinsonbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Dickinson to Billingsbus bus
    4. Take the bus from Billings to Spokanebus bus
    5. Take the bus from Spokane Station to Pasco Bus Stopbus bus
    6. Take the bus from Pasco Bus Stop to Portland Curbside Bus Stopbus bus
    40h 35m
    $202–742

  4. Drive 1,772.3 mi

    1. Drive from Des Moines to Portlandcar car 1,772.3 mi
    27h 37m
    $324–468

Des Moines to Portland by bus

Calendar4Weekly Buses
Duration40h 35mAverage Duration
Ticket$202Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Portland, OR, USA?

Allegiant Air, United Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Portland International Airport (PDX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Portland Curbside Bus Stop via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, Spokane Station, and Pasco Bus Stop in around 40h 35m.

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