What is the cheapest way to get from Gateway Arch to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Gateway Arch to Des Moines is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 6h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Gateway Arch to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Gateway Arch to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $140 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Gateway Arch and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Gateway Arch to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from St Louis and arriving at Des Moines via Burlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 5m.

How far is it from Gateway Arch to Des Moines?

The distance between Gateway Arch and Des Moines is 283 miles. The road distance is 334.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gateway Arch to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 9h 5m and costs $90 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Gateway Arch to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Gateway Arch to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gateway Arch to Des Moines bus from?

Gateway Arch to Des Moines bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from St Louis station.

Bus or fly from Gateway Arch to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Gateway Arch to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs $140 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $210 and takes 9h 5m.

Where does the Gateway Arch to Des Moines bus arrive?

Gateway Arch to Des Moines bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Burlington station.

Can I drive from Gateway Arch to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Gateway Arch to Des Moines is 335 miles. It takes approximately 6h 37m to drive from Gateway Arch to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 225+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Gateway Arch to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Gateway Arch to Des Moines by plane, bus, train, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM)STL - DSM
3h 6m
$140–874
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Kansas CityMissouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des MoinesJefferson 802 / ...
10h 44m
$54–298
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Louis to BurlingtonSt Louis
2. Take the bus from Burlington to Des MoinesIndianapolis
9h 5m
$91–207
Drive 332.6 mi
1. Drive from Gateway Arch to Des Moines332.6 mi
6h 37m
$61–88

Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

15Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

$123Cheapest Price

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Distance: 281.7 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Gateway Arch, MO, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines flies from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Gateway Arch to Des Moines via St Louis and Burlington in around 9h 5m.

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