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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Raton is to bus which costs $110 - $240 and takes 20h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Raton is to fly and drive which takes 8h 1m and costs $120 - $500.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Raton?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Raton. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Raton via Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 5m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Raton?

The distance between Des Moines and Raton is 787 miles. The road distance is 796.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Raton without a car is to bus and train which takes 17h 42m and costs $75 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 9h 43m to get from Des Moines to Raton, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Des Moines to Raton bus arrive?

Des Moines to Raton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Raton?

Raton is 1h behind Des Moines. It is currently 4:07 PM in Des Moines and 3:07 PM in Raton.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Raton?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Raton is 797 miles. It takes approximately 14h 13m to drive from Des Moines to Raton.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Raton?

Book your Des Moines to Raton bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Raton?

There are 13+ hotels available in Raton.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Des Moines to Raton by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or shuttle

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 Colorado Springs Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS)plane DSM - COS
2. Take the bus from Colorado Springs, CO to Ratonbus
9h 43m
$167–725
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Ratontrain Southwest Chief
17h 42m
$78–298
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0123
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Ratonbus Greyhound US1140
20h 5m
$114–234
Drive 792 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Ratoncar 792 mi
14h 13m
$145–209
Fly to San Luis Valley Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS)plane DSM - ALS
2. Drive from San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS) to Ratoncar
8h 1m
$127–496
Fly to Denver, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Denver (DEN)plane DSM - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver to Trinidadbus
9h 19m
$257–1,009
Fly to Pueblo Memorial Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB)plane DSM - PUB
2. Take the bus from Pueblo, CO to Ratonbus
9h 56m
$173–536
Fly to Santa Fe Municipal Airport, shuttle, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF)plane DSM - SAF
2. Take a shuttle bus from Santa Fe, NM - Municipal Airport to Albuquerque International Sunportshuttle
3. Take the train from Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center to Ratontrain
13h 15m
$268–932

Des Moines to Raton by bus, foot, tram, and train

13Weekly Services

17h 42mAverage Duration

$78Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Raton.

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Distance: 782.6 mi
Duration: 9h 43m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Raton, NM, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Raton via Denver Union Station in around 20h 5m.

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