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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Seattle is to drive which costs $320 - $470 and takes 27h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Seattle is to fly which takes 6h 21m and costs $220 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Seattle?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Seattle station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Seattle Bus Station via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings and Spokane Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 25m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Seattle?

The distance between Des Moines and Seattle is 1493 miles. The road distance is 1766.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Seattle without a car is to bus which takes 38h 25m and costs $180 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 7h 29m to get from Des Moines to Seattle, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Seattle?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Seattle is to fly which takes 7h 29m and costs $240 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $750 and takes 38h 25m.

Where does the Des Moines to Seattle bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Seattle?

Seattle is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 5:01 PM in Des Moines and 3:01 PM in Seattle.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Seattle?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Seattle is 1767 miles. It takes approximately 27h 31m to drive from Des Moines to Seattle.

Where can I stay near Seattle?

There are 1083+ hotels available in Seattle.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Seattle by plane, bus (Flixbus), 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 Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane DSM - SEA
7h 29m
$244–1,127
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus Jefferson 802
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Seattletrain Empire Builder
44h 6m
$174–1,604
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Dickinsonbus
3. Take the bus from Dickinson to Billingsbus
4. Take the bus from Billings to Spokanebus
5. Take the bus from Spokane Station to Seattle Bus Stationbus
38h 25m
$189–737
Drive 1,756.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Seattlecar 1,756.4 mi
27h 31m
$321–463
Fly to Paine Field County Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Paine Field County Airport (PAE)plane DSM - PAE
9h 39m
$243–1,029
Fly to King County International Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to King County International Airport (BFI)plane DSM - BFI
6h 21m
$221–974
Fly to Portland International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Portland International Airport (PDX)plane DSM - PDX
2. Take the train from Portland to Seattletrain
9h 16m
$341–1,494

Des Moines to Seattle by bus

4Weekly Buses

38h 25mAverage Duration

$189Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,484.5 mi
Duration: 7h 29m

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

Delta, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Seattle Bus Station via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, and Spokane Station in around 38h 25m.

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