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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Tempe is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which costs $220 - $370 and takes 33h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Tempe is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $210 - $1,100.

How far is it from Des Moines to Tempe?

The distance between Des Moines and Tempe is 1169 miles. The road distance is 1391.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Tempe without a car is to bus and train which takes 32h 46m and costs $310 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Des Moines to Tempe, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Tempe?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Tempe is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $210 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $220 - $550 and takes 32h 52m.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tempe?

Tempe is 1h behind Des Moines. It is currently 11:56 PM in Des Moines and 10:56 PM in Tempe.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Tempe?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Tempe is 1392 miles. It takes approximately 24h 8m to drive from Des Moines to Tempe.

Where can I stay near Tempe?

There are 2938+ hotels available in Tempe.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Tempe by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound), 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
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX)plane DSM - PHX
3h 57m
$210–1,023
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Flagstafftrain
3. Take the bus from Flagstaff Train Station to Tempebus
32h 46m
$316–773
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Tulsabus
3. Take the bus from Tulsa Bus Station to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
32h 52m
$223–540
Drive 1,383.6 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Tempecar 1,383.6 mi
24h 8m
$253–365
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus
3. Take the bus from El Paso to Phoenixbus
33h 13m
$220–370

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

5Weekly Services

32h 46mAverage Duration

$316Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Tempe.

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Distance: 1,162.4 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Tempe, AZ, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Mill Ave/3rd St via Kansas City, Tulsa Bus Station, Phoenix, Bus Station (E Buckeye Rd), 24th St Station, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station, and 44th St/Washington in around 32h 52m.

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