What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 5h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $190 - $850.

How far is it from Fort Riley to Des Moines?

The distance between Fort Riley and Des Moines is 332 miles. The road distance is 320.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $65 - $170.

How long does it take to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Fort Riley to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines is to bus which takes 6h 29m and costs $65 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $190 - $850 and takes 5h 17m.

Can I drive from Fort Riley to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Riley to Des Moines is 321 miles. It takes approximately 5h 17m to drive from Fort Riley to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Fort Riley to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Junction City to Kansas City Bus StationGreyhound US1200 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des MoinesJefferson 802 / ...
6h 29m
$69–165
Drive 319 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Riley to Des Moines319 mi
5h 17m
$59–85
Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport
1. Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Des Moines (DSM)MHK - DSM
5h 17m
$190–809
Bus to Salina Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Junction City to Salina
2. Fly from Salina Municipal Airport (SLN) to Des Moines (DSM)SLN - DSM
7h 38m
$217–870

Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

17Weekly Planes

5h 28mAverage Duration

$141Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Fort Riley to Des Moines.

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Distance: 329.8 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

What companies run services between Fort Riley, KS, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Fort Riley to Des Moines via Junction City and Kansas City in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Des Moines (DSM) twice daily.

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