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

The cheapest way to get from Flint to Des Moines is to bus which costs $75 - $190 and takes 14h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Flint to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $160 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Flint and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Flint to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Flint and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 4m.

How far is it from Flint to Des Moines?

The distance between Flint and Des Moines is 531 miles. The road distance is 584.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Flint to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 53m and costs $70 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Flint to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Flint to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Flint to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $160 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $190 and takes 14h 4m.

Where does the Flint to Des Moines bus arrive?

Flint to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Flint and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Flint. It is currently 1:31 AM in Flint and 12:31 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Flint to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Flint to Des Moines is 584 miles. It takes approximately 9h 40m to drive from Flint to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from Flint to Des Moines?

Book your Flint to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 248+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Flint to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Flint to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, car, taxi, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Bishop International Airport
best
1. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FNT - DSM
5h 14m
$162–762
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Flint Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Blue Water
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
12h 53m
$73–210
Drive 580.9 mi
1. Drive from Flint to Des Moinescar 580.9 mi
9h 40m
$106–154
Taxi to Capital Region International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Flint to Lansing-Airport-LANtaxi
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAN - DSM
5h 15m
$318–1,187
Bus to Detroit, fly
1. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DTW - DSM
6h 3m
$145–755
Bus to Mbs International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Flint, MI to Bay City, MIbus
2. Fly from Mbs International Airport (MBS) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MBS - DSM
7h 22m
$176–801
Bus
1. Take the bus from Flint to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2552
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
14h 4m
$78–186

Flint to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

12h 53mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Flint to Des Moines.

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Distance: 528.4 mi
Duration: 5h 14m

What companies run services between Flint, MI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Des Moines (DSM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Flint to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station in around 14h 4m.

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