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

The cheapest way to get from Flint to Des Moines is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 34m.

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 4h 43m 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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 40m.

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 13h 29m and costs $90 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m 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 4h 43m and costs $160 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $260 and takes 14h 40m.

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 2:17 PM in Flint and 1:17 PM 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 34m to drive from Flint to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 222+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Flint to Des Moines - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

There are 9 ways to get from Flint to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, car, taxi, bus (Flixbus), or bus (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)FNT - DSM
4h 43m
$162–762
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Flint Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationBlue Water
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
13h 29m
$91–275
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Flint Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
15h 1m
$131–340
Drive 580.9 mi
1. Drive from Flint to Des Moines580.9 mi
9h 34m
$106–154
Taxi to Capital Region International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Flint to Lansing-Airport-LAN
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM)LAN - DSM
5h 24m
$318–1,137
Bus to Detroit, fly
1. Take the bus from Flint to Detroit Bus Station
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)DTW - DSM
5h 57m
$143–692
Bus to Mbs International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Flint, MI to Bay City, MI
2. Fly from Mbs International Airport (MBS) to Des Moines (DSM)MBS - DSM
6h 46m
$176–801
Bus
1. Take the bus from Flint to Chicago Bus StationFlixBus 2552
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
14h 40m
$93–256
Bus via Kalamazoo
1. Take the bus from Flint, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moines
17h 19m
$111–242

Flint to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

13h 29mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 528.4 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Des Moines (DSM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Flint to Des Moines via Chicago in around 14h 40m.

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