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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Texas is to drive which costs $160 - $250 and takes 15h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Texas is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $120 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Texas?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Texas. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St via Kansas City Bus Station and University of North Texas - Denton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h.

How far is it from Des Moines to Texas?

The distance between Des Moines and Texas is 835 miles. The road distance is 923.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Texas without a car is to bus via Kansas City which takes 20h and costs $190 - $340.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Des Moines to Texas, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Texas?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Texas is to fly which takes 3h 12m and costs $120 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus via Kansas City, which costs $190 - $340 and takes 20h.

Where does the Des Moines to Texas bus arrive?

Des Moines to Texas bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Texas?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Texas is 924 miles. It takes approximately 15h 16m to drive from Des Moines to Texas.

Where can I stay near Texas?

There are 3919+ hotels available in Texas.

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

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

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 Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane DSM - AUS
3h 12m
$129–673
Fly to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)plane DSM - DFW
3h 48m
$101–474
Bus via Kansas City
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dentonbus
3. Take the bus from University of North Texas - Denton to Houston - Travis St @ Dallas Stbus
20h
$193–333
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from St. Louis to Longviewtrain
3. Take the bus from Longview to Houstonbus
27h 40m
$277–571
Drive 918.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Houstoncar 918.5 mi
15h 16m
$168–243
Fly to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, line 102 bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)plane DSM - IAH
2. Take the bus from Airmail Rd @ Pallet Rd to Milam St @ Preston Stbus
3h 43m
$115–525
Fly to William P. Hobby Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane DSM - HOU
3h 29m
$190–973
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Wacobus
3. Take the bus from Waco Bus Stop to Houston Bus Stationbus
26h 7m
$234–300

Des Moines to Texas by bus

6Weekly Buses

20hAverage Duration

$193Cheapest Price

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Distance: 829.8 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St via Kansas City Bus Station, Denton, and University of North Texas - Denton in around 20h.

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