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

The cheapest way to get from Elko to Des Moines is to drive which costs $230 - $340 and takes 19h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elko to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 55m and costs $230 - $1,200.

How far is it from Elko to Des Moines?

The distance between Elko and Des Moines is 1164 miles. The road distance is 1297.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elko to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 31h 26m and costs $250 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 7h 55m to get from Elko to Des Moines, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Elko to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Elko to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 55m and costs $230 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $600 and takes 31h 26m.

What is the time difference between Elko and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Elko. It is currently 8:10 PM in Elko and 10:10 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Elko to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Elko to Des Moines is 1297 miles. It takes approximately 19h 21m to drive from Elko to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 256+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Elko to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Elko to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, 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
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1. Fly from Elko Regional Airport (EKO) to Des Moines (DSM)plane EKO - DSM
7h 55m
$235–1,131
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elko to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
31h 26m
$259–573
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elko Amtrak Station to Denvertrain
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
37h 8m
$354–812
Drive 1,289.8 mi
1. Drive from Elko to Des Moinescar 1,289.8 mi
19h 21m
$236–340

Elko to Des Moines by train and bus

7Weekly Services

37h 8mAverage Duration

$354Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Elko to Des Moines.

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Distance: 1,157.3 mi
Duration: 7h 55m

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

Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Elko Regional Airport (EKO) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Elko to Des Moines via Elko, Denver Union Station, and Kansas City in around 31h 26m.

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