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

The cheapest way to get from Fresno to Des Moines is to bus which costs $180 - $390 and takes 43h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fresno to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 41m and costs $140 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Fresno and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Fresno station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Fresno Bus Station and arriving at Des Moines via Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 10m.

How far is it from Fresno to Des Moines?

The distance between Fresno and Des Moines is 1452 miles. The road distance is 1767.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fresno to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 43h 10m and costs $180 - $390.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m to get from Fresno to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Fresno to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Fresno Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Fresno to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Fresno to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 41m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $390 and takes 43h 10m.

Where does the Fresno to Des Moines bus arrive?

Fresno to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Fresno and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Fresno. It is currently 3:57 PM in Fresno and 5:57 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Fresno to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Fresno to Des Moines is 1768 miles. It takes approximately 29h 17m to drive from Fresno to Des Moines.

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

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

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Fresno to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Fresno to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, car, or bus (Flixbus)

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 Fresno Yosemite International Airport
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1. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FAT - DSM
6h 41m
$148–672
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Denver Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
43h 10m
$185–389
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Fresno to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
45h 40m
$209–411
Drive 1,757.3 mi
1. Drive from Fresno to Des Moinescar 1,757.3 mi
29h 17m
$321–464
Bus to Meadows Field Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Fresno to Bakersfieldbus
2. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BFL - DSM
8h 21m
$159–582
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from Fresno Bus Station to Huntington Parkbus
2. Take the bus from 2474 E Florence Ave - Huntington Park to El Pasobus
3. Take the bus from El Paso to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus
4. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
45h 55m
$306–528

Fresno to Des Moines by bus

7Weekly Buses

43h 10mAverage Duration

$185Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,443.8 mi
Duration: 6h 41m

What companies run services between Fresno, CA, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fresno Bus Station to Des Moines via Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center, and Denver Union Station in around 43h 10m.

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