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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Sandpoint is to bus and train which costs $140 - $500 and takes 33h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Sandpoint is to fly and train which takes 9h 5m and costs $230 - $1,000.

How far is it from Des Moines to Sandpoint?

The distance between Des Moines and Sandpoint is 1331 miles. The road distance is 1475.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Sandpoint without a car is to bus and train which takes 33h 32m and costs $140 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 9h 5m to get from Des Moines to Sandpoint, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Sandpoint?

Sandpoint is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 1:56 AM in Des Moines and 11:56 PM in Sandpoint.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Sandpoint?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Sandpoint is 1476 miles. It takes approximately 24h 1m to drive from Des Moines to Sandpoint.

Where can I stay near Sandpoint?

There are 138+ hotels available in Sandpoint.

Des Moines to Sandpoint - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Sandpoint by plane, train, bus, 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, train
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Spokane International Airport (GEG)DSM - GEG
2. Take the train from Spokane to Sandpoint Station
9h 5m
$236–980
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. PaulJefferson 802
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Sandpoint StationEmpire Builder
33h 32m
$144–494
Bus, train via Denver
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Cheyenne
3. Take the bus from Cheyenne, WY to Billings, MT
4. Take the bus from Billings to Spokane
5. Take the train from Spokane to Sandpoint Station
39h 52m
$330–645
Drive 1,467.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Sandpoint1,467.1 mi
24h 1m
$268–387
Fly to Glacier Park International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Glacier Park International Airport (FCA)DSM - FCA
2. Take the train from Whitefish Amtrak Station to Sandpoint Station
10h 37m
$263–981

Des Moines to Sandpoint by bus and train

7Weekly Services

33h 32mAverage Duration

$144Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Sandpoint.

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Distance: 1,323.3 mi
Duration: 9h 5m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Sandpoint, ID, USA?

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Sandpoint. However, you can take the taxi to Des-Moines-Airport-DSM airport, fly to Spokane International Airport (GEG), walk to Spokane Airport Bus Stop, take the bus to Spokane, walk to Spokane, then take the train to Sandpoint Station. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Sandpoint Station via St. Paul and St. Paul-Minneapolis in around 33h 32m.

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