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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Provo is to drive which costs $190 - $290 and takes 16h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Provo is to fly and train which takes 6h 43m and costs $310 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Provo?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Provo station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Provo Central Station via Kansas City Bus Station, Denver Union Station and Green River. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 10m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Provo?

The distance between Des Moines and Provo is 1017 miles. The road distance is 1088.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Provo without a car is to bus which takes 28h 10m and costs $200 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Des Moines to Provo, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Provo?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Provo is to bus which takes 28h 10m and costs $200 - $460. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $140 - $650 and takes 7h 58m.

Where does the Des Moines to Provo bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Provo?

Provo is 1h behind Des Moines. It is currently 12:09 PM in Des Moines and 11:09 AM in Provo.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Provo?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Provo is 1089 miles. It takes approximately 16h 37m to drive from Des Moines to Provo.

Where can I stay near Provo?

There are 145+ hotels available in Provo.

Des Moines to Provo - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Provo by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly Des Moines to Salt Lake City International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)plane DSM - SLC
2. Take the train from North Temple Station to Provo Central Stationtrain
6h 43m
$312–1,531
Fly Des Moines to Provo
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Provo (PVU)plane DSM - PVU
7h 58m
$141–624
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Green Riverbus
4. Take the bus from Green River to Provo Central Stationbus
28h 10m
$202–453
Drive 1,082.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Provocar 1,082.4 mi
16h 37m
$198–286
Fly Des Moines to Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport (RKS)plane DSM - RKS
2. Drive from Rock Springs-Sweetwater County Airport (RKS) to Provocar
8h 20m
$173–781
Drive to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Salt Lake City International Airport, train
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)car
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC)plane FOD - SLC
3. Take the train from North Temple Station to Provo Central Stationtrain
8h 40m
$191–985
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the train from Denver to Provo Amtraktrain
30h 11m
$248–578

Des Moines to Provo by bus

5Weekly Buses

28h 10mAverage Duration

$202Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Provo.

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Distance: 1,011 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Provo, UT, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Provo Central Station via Kansas City Bus Station, Denver Union Station, and Green River in around 28h 10m. Alternatively, Allegiant Air and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Provo (PVU) 3 times a day.

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