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

The cheapest way to get from Gurnee to Des Moines is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gurnee to Des Moines is to train and fly which takes 5h 37m and costs $60 - $300.

How far is it from Gurnee to Des Moines?

The distance between Gurnee and Des Moines is 358 miles. The road distance is 334.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gurnee to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 54m and costs $60 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Gurnee to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Gurnee to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Gurnee to Des Moines is 334 miles. It takes approximately 6h 4m to drive from Gurnee to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Gurnee to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Gurnee to Des Moines by train, plane, bus, 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.

Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Des Moines
best
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
5h 37m
$62–296
Drive 332.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Gurnee to Des Moinescar 332.5 mi
6h 4m
$61–88
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain Up-N
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
9h 54m
$65–112
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly to Des Moines
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
5h 45m
$86–445
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Waukegan to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane ORD - FOD
3. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Des Moinescar
7h 33m
$66–310

Gurnee to Des Moines by bus and train

19Weekly Services

9h 54mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Gurnee to Des Moines.

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Distance: 355.5 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

What companies run services between Gurnee, IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Gurnee to Des Moines. However, you can take the line 565 bus to Sheridan Rd & Madison St, walk to Waukegan, take the train to Clybourn, take the train to Irving Park, walk to Irving Park-Blue, take the subway to O'Hare, walk to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) airport, fly to Des Moines (DSM), then take the taxi to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Ave & N Greenleaf St/Old Grand Ave to Des Moines via Sheridan Rd & Madison St, Waukegan, Chicago OTC, Madison & Canal, Harrison & Jefferson, and Chicago Bus Station in around 9h 54m.

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