What is the cheapest way to get from Drake University to St. Louis?

The cheapest way to get from Drake University to St. Louis is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 6h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Drake University to St. Louis?

The fastest way to get from Drake University to St. Louis is to fly which takes 2h and costs $130 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Drake University and St. Louis?

No, there is no direct bus from Drake University to St. Louis. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at St Louis via Iowa City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

How far is it from Drake University to St. Louis?

The distance between Drake University and St. Louis is 280 miles. The road distance is 334.2 miles.

How do I travel from Drake University to St. Louis without a car?

The best way to get from Drake University to St. Louis without a car is to bus which takes 8h 34m and costs $95 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Drake University to St. Louis?

It takes approximately 2h to get from Drake University to St. Louis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Drake University to St. Louis bus from?

Drake University to St. Louis bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Drake University to St. Louis?

The best way to get from Drake University to St. Louis is to fly which takes 2h and costs $130 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $95 - $220 and takes 8h 34m.

Where does the Drake University to St. Louis bus arrive?

Drake University to St. Louis bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Iowa City station.

Can I drive from Drake University to St. Louis?

Yes, the driving distance between Drake University to St. Louis is 334 miles. It takes approximately 6h 41m to drive from Drake University to St. Louis.

Where can I stay near St. Louis?

There are 449+ hotels available in St. Louis.

Drake University to St. Louis - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Drake University to St. Louis by plane, bus, train, 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 Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)DSM - STL
2h
$138–821
Drive 332.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Drake University to St. Louis332.2 mi
6h 41m
$61–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to BurlingtonDenver
2. Take the bus from Burlington to St LouisCedar Rapids Airport
8h 34m
$97–219
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas CityJefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the train from Kansas City to St. LouisMissouri River Runner / ...
11h
$66–171
Bus via Iowa City
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa CityOmaha
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to St LouisCedar Rapids Airport
10h 32m
$95–197

Des Moines (DSM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) flights

21Weekly Planes

1h 16mAverage Duration

$122Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Drake University to St. Louis.

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Distance: 278.8 mi
Duration: 2h

What companies run services between Drake University, IA, USA and St. Louis, MO, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Des Moines (DSM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Drake University to St Louis via Des Moines and Burlington in around 8h 34m.

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