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 2h 52m and costs $180 - $900.

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 Louisiana St @ Prairie St via Kansas City Bus Station, Denton and St Joseph Pkwy @ Louisiana St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 58m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Texas?

The distance between Des Moines and Texas is 833 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 which takes 21h 58m and costs $180 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m 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 2h 52m and costs $180 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $310 and takes 21h 58m.

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 2076+ hotels available in Texas.

Des Moines to Texas - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Des Moines to Texas by plane, bus (Flixbus), car, bus, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or train

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Fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane DSM - AUS
2h 52m
$189–873
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 46m
$141–674
Bus
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 Denton to Downtown Houstonbus
21h 58m
$189–305
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 42m
$160–725
Fly to William P. Hobby Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to William P. Hobby Airport (HOU)plane DSM - HOU
6h 18m
$281–1,324
Bus via Dallas
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas, TX - 1376 Marilla St to Houston, TX - 808 Jefferson Stbus
22h 9m
$181–342
Bus via Irving
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Houston Bus Stationbus
23h 11m
$174–309
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 45m
$308–598

Des Moines to Texas by bus

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21h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 828.6 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Louisiana St @ Prairie St via Kansas City, Kansas City Bus Station, Denton, Downtown Houston, and St Joseph Pkwy @ Louisiana St in around 21h 58m.

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