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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Pullman is to drive which costs $280 - $410 and takes 24h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Pullman is to fly which takes 7h 49m and costs $220 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Pullman?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Pullman. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at WSU French Admin, Pullman, WA via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, Sprague @ Bernard and Spokane Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 56m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Pullman?

The distance between Des Moines and Pullman is 1337 miles. The road distance is 1542.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Pullman without a car is to bus which takes 35h 56m and costs $200 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 8h 42m to get from Des Moines to Pullman, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Pullman?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Pullman is to bus which takes 35h 56m and costs $200 - $750. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $220 - $950 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the Des Moines to Pullman bus arrive?

Des Moines to Pullman bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Pullman?

Pullman is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 5:13 AM in Des Moines and 3:13 AM in Pullman.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Pullman?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Pullman is 1543 miles. It takes approximately 24h 6m to drive from Des Moines to Pullman.

Where can I stay near Pullman?

There are 26+ hotels available in Pullman.

Des Moines to Pullman - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Pullman by plane, bus, train, 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 Spokane International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Spokane International Airport (GEG)DSM - GEG
2. Take the bus from Spokane Airport to WSU French Admin, Pullman, WA
8h 42m
$248–986
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Dickinson
3. Take the bus from Dickinson to Billings
4. Take the bus from Billings to Spokane
5. Take the bus from Spokane Airport to WSU French Admin, Pullman, WA
35h 56m
$201–712
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paul
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Spokane
3. Take the bus from Spokane to Pullman, WA
37h 56m
$205–534
Drive 1,533.7 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Pullman1,533.7 mi
24h 6m
$280–405
Fly to Pullman–Moscow Regional Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Pullman–Moscow Regional Airport (PUW)DSM - PUW
7h 49m
$229–947
Fly to Tri-Cities Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Tri-Cities Airport (PSC)DSM - PSC
2. Take the bus from Fred Meyer Kennewick to WSU French Admin, Pullman, WA
11h 4m
$268–1,001

Des Moines (DSM) to Spokane International Airport (GEG) flights

60Weekly Planes

7h 58mAverage Duration

$187Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,328.9 mi
Duration: 8h 42m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Pullman, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to WSU French Admin, Pullman, WA via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, Spokane, Sprague @ Bernard, Spokane International Airport Concourse C, and Spokane Airport in around 35h 56m. Alternatively, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Pullman–Moscow Regional Airport (PUW) 3 times a day.

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