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

The cheapest way to get from Elko to Des Moines is to bus which costs $140 - $330 and takes 29h 1m.

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 8h 7m and costs $120 - $490.

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 29h 1m and costs $140 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m 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 8h 7m and costs $120 - $490. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $330 and takes 29h 1m.

What is the time difference between Elko and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Elko. It is currently 8:11 AM in Elko and 10:11 AM 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 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Elko to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 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
8h 7m
$120–481
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Elko to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0560S
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123
29h 1m
$146–323
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elko Amtrak Station to Denvertrain California Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123
34h 43m
$184–470
Drive 1,289.8 mi
1. Drive from Elko to Des Moinescar 1,289.8 mi
19h 21m
$236–340
Train, bus via Omaha
1. Take the train from Elko Amtrak Station to Denvertrain
2. Take the bus from Denver to Omaha, NEbus
3. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
35h 13m
$294–540

Elko to Des Moines by train and bus

7Weekly Services

34h 43mAverage Duration

$184Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Elko to Des Moines.

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Distance: 1,157.3 mi
Duration: 8h 7m

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) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Elko to Des Moines via Elko and Denver Union Station in around 29h 1m.

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