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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Scranton is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 16h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Scranton is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $200 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Scranton?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Scranton. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Scranton, PA via Chicago Bus Station and Harrisburg, PA. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 15m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Scranton?

The distance between Des Moines and Scranton is 947 miles. The road distance is 1023.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Scranton without a car is to bus and train which takes 24h 52m and costs $140 - $390.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Des Moines to Scranton, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Scranton?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Scranton is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $200 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $350 and takes 28h 15m.

Where does the Des Moines to Scranton bus arrive?

Des Moines to Scranton bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Scranton?

Scranton is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 5:09 AM in Des Moines and 6:09 AM in Scranton.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Scranton?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Scranton is 1024 miles. It takes approximately 16h 45m to drive from Des Moines to Scranton.

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

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Where can I stay near Scranton?

There are 56+ hotels available in Scranton.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Scranton by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), 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 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP)plane DSM - AVP
4h 48m
$208–871
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Syracuse Regional Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Scranton Bus Stationbus
24h 52m
$144–381
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Harrisburg, PA to Scranton, PAbus
28h 15m
$154–341
Drive 1,017.7 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Scrantoncar 1,017.7 mi
16h 45m
$186–269
Fly to Newark Liberty International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)plane DSM - EWR
2. Take the bus from Newark Penn Station to Scrantonbus
6h 19m
$169–721
Fly to Laguardia Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Laguardia Airport (LGA)plane DSM - LGA
2. Take the bus from Port Authority Bus Terminal to Scranton, PAbus
7h 7m
$176–819
Fly to Lehigh Valley International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)plane DSM - ABE
2. Take the bus from Lehigh Valley International Airport to Scranton Bus Stationbus
8h 12m
$186–831

Des Moines to Scranton by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

24h 52mAverage Duration

$144Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Scranton.

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Distance: 941.9 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Scranton, PA, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Scranton, PA via Chicago Bus Station, Harrisburg Bus Station, and Harrisburg, PA in around 28h 15m.

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