What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells is to drive which takes 5h 46m and costs $50 - $80.

How far is it from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells?

The distance between Des Moines and Wisconsin Dells is 474 miles. The road distance is 297.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells without a car is to bus which takes 9h 37m and costs $110 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells?

It takes approximately 9h 37m to get from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 46m to drive from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells.

Where can I stay near Wisconsin Dells?

There are 188+ hotels available in Wisconsin Dells.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus Jefferson 802
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Wisconsin Dellsbus Greyhound US0150
9h 37m
$110–177
Drive 295.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dellscar 295.5 mi
5h 46m
$54–78
Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane DSM - MSN
2. Take the bus from Madison to Wisconsin Dellsbus
6h 33m
$173–782
Bus, train via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus Jefferson 802
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Wisconsin Dells Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
9h 58m
$125–230
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Wisconsin Dells Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
11h 51m
$105–217
Fly to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Wisconsin Dells Stationtrain
7h 13m
$155–714
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Wisconsin Dells Stationtrain
7h 6m
$153–649
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Glenview Amtrak Station to Wisconsin Dells Stationtrain
7h 25m
$121–499

Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells by bus, foot, and train

19Weekly Services

11h 51mAverage Duration

$105Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells.

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Distance: 471.6 mi
Duration: 9h 37m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Wisconsin Dells, WI, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Wisconsin Dells via St. Paul, Saint Paul Union Depot, and Wisconsin Dells in around 9h 37m.

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