What is the cheapest way to get from Grain Valley to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Grain Valley to Des Moines is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grain Valley to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Grain Valley to Des Moines is to bus which takes 3h 24m and costs $110 - $210.

How far is it from Grain Valley to Des Moines?

The distance between Grain Valley and Des Moines is 219 miles. The road distance is 202.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grain Valley to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 3h 24m and costs $110 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Grain Valley to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Grain Valley to Des Moines, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Grain Valley to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Grain Valley to Des Moines is to bus which takes 3h 24m and costs $110 - $210. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $220 - $1,000 and takes 7h 26m.

Can I drive from Grain Valley to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Grain Valley to Des Moines is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Grain Valley to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 208+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Grain Valley to Des Moines - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Grain Valley to Des Moines by bus, car, or plane

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 Kansas City to Des MoinesJefferson 802 / ...
3h 24m
$114–203
Drive 201.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grain Valley to Des Moines201.2 mi
3h 25m
$37–53
Fly
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)MCI - DSM
7h 26m
$226–1,002

Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

87Weekly Planes

5h 19mAverage Duration

$149Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 217.7 mi
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Grain Valley, MO, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Kansas City to Des Moines twice daily. Tickets cost $18–90 and the journey takes 3h. Alternatively, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM) every 2 hours.

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