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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Wichita is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Wichita is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $150 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Wichita?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Wichita. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Wichita Bus Stop via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Wichita?

The distance between Des Moines and Wichita is 351 miles. The road distance is 389.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Wichita without a car is to bus via Kansas City which takes 8h 55m and costs $80 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Des Moines to Wichita, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Wichita?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Wichita is to fly which takes 4h 33m and costs $150 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus via Kansas City, which costs $80 - $140 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Des Moines to Wichita bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Wichita?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Wichita is 390 miles. It takes approximately 6h 17m to drive from Des Moines to Wichita.

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

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Where can I stay near Wichita?

There are 92+ hotels available in Wichita.

Des Moines to Wichita - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Wichita by plane, bus (Greyhound, 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 Wichita Mid-Continent Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT)plane DSM - ICT
4h 33m
$150–648
Drive 387.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Wichitacar 387.3 mi
6h 17m
$71–103
Bus via Kansas City
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Wichita Bus Stopbus Greyhound US1142 / ...
8h 55m
$80–138
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Newton Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Newton Station to Wichita Amtrak Stationbus
10h 37m
$115–216
Fly to Salina Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Salina Municipal Airport (SLN)plane DSM - SLN
2. Drive from Salina Municipal Airport (SLN) to Wichitacar
6h 23m
$153–694
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Wichitabus Omaha-Aguascalientes
10h 38m
$150–180

Des Moines to Wichita by bus

14Weekly Buses

8h 55mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 349 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Wichita Bus Stop via Kansas City Bus Station in around 8h 55m.

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