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How to get fromFargo to Des Moinesby plane, train, bus, or car

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There are 6 ways to get from Fargo to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, or car

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane plane FAR - DSM
    3h 40m
    $85–387

  2. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Fargo Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train Empire Builder
    2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus bus Greyhound US0156
    10h 34m
    $178–276

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Fargo to Minneapolisbus bus Jefferson Lines 938 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus bus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
    11h 20m
    $127–181

  4. Drive  474.9 mi

    1. Drive from Fargo to Des Moinescar car 474.9 mi
    7h 45m
    $87–126

  5. Train, bus via Des Moines

    1. Take the train from Fargo Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train Empire Builder
    2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus bus Jefferson Lines 805
    10h 59m
    $203–301

  6. Bus via Fargo

    1. Take the bus from Fargo to Minneapolisbus bus Jefferson Lines 928
    2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus bus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
    16h 40m
    $164–230

Fargo to Des Moines by train and bus

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration10h 34mAverage Duration
Ticket$178Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 414.4 mi
  • Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Fargo, ND, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fargo to Des Moines via Minneapolis in around 11h 20m.

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