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

The cheapest way to get from Eugene to Des Moines is to train and bus which costs $210 - $550 and takes 2 days 0h.

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

The fastest way to get from Eugene to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $370 - $1,600.

Is there a direct bus between Eugene and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Eugene to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Eugene and arriving at Des Moines via Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center and Denver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 47h 32m.

How far is it from Eugene to Des Moines?

The distance between Eugene and Des Moines is 1526 miles. The road distance is 1784.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eugene to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 47h 32m and costs $260 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 5h 43m to get from Eugene to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Eugene to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Eugene station.

Bus or fly from Eugene to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Eugene to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 43m and costs $370 - $1,600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $260 - $550 and takes 47h 32m.

Where does the Eugene to Des Moines bus arrive?

Eugene to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Eugene and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Eugene. It is currently 10:41 PM in Eugene and 12:41 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Eugene to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Eugene to Des Moines is 1785 miles. It takes approximately 30h 7m to drive from Eugene to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 227+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Eugene to Des Moines by plane, bus (Flixbus, 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
best
1. Fly from Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG) to Des Moines (DSM)EUG - DSM
5h 43m
$372–1,562
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Eugene to Portland
2. Take the train from Portland to St. Paul-Minneapolis
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moines
2d
$215–524
Bus
1. Take the bus from Eugene to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Sparks Transit Center
3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Denver Union Station
4. Take the bus from Denver to Des Moines
47h 32m
$267–549
Drive 1,774.4 mi
1. Drive from Eugene to Des Moines1,774.4 mi
30h 7m
$324–468

Eugene to Des Moines by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

47h 32mAverage Duration

$267Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,516.7 mi
Duration: 5h 43m

What companies run services between Eugene, OR, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from Mahlon Sweet Field Airport (EUG) to Des Moines (DSM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Eugene to Des Moines via Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center, Denver Union Station, and Denver in around 47h 32m.

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