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

The cheapest way to get from Houston to Des Moines is to drive which costs $160 - $250 and takes 15h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Houston to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs $230 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Houston and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Houston to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St and arriving at Des Moines via Denton and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 20m.

How far is it from Houston to Des Moines?

The distance between Houston and Des Moines is 847 miles. The road distance is 924 miles.

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

The best way to get from Houston to Des Moines without a car is to bus via Denton which takes 19h 20m and costs $190 - $330.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Houston to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Houston to Des Moines bus services, operated by RedCoach, depart from Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St station.

Bus or fly from Houston to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Houston to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 54m and costs $230 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus via Denton, which costs $190 - $330 and takes 19h 20m.

Where does the Houston to Des Moines bus arrive?

Houston to Des Moines bus services, operated by RedCoach, arrive at University of North Texas - Denton station.

Can I drive from Houston to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Houston to Des Moines is 924 miles. It takes approximately 15h 16m to drive from Houston to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 209+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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 William P. Hobby Airport
best
1. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Des Moines (DSM)plane HOU - DSM
3h 54m
$238–1,222
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Downtown Houston to Dallas Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
21h 30m
$153–310
Bus via Denton
1. Take the bus from Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St to University of North Texas - Dentonbus
2. Take the bus from Denton to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
19h 20m
$197–330
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Houston to Longviewbus
2. Take the train from Longview to St. Louistrain
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
28h 17m
$275–573
Drive 918.6 mi
1. Drive from Houston to Des Moinescar 918.6 mi
15h 16m
$168–243
Line 102 bus to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Travis St @ Texas Ave to Bush IAH Terminal Cbus
2. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IAH - DSM
4h 27m
$160–825

Houston to Des Moines by bus

6Weekly Buses

19h 20mAverage Duration

$197Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Houston to Des Moines.

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Distance: 842.6 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

What companies run services between Houston, TX, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Des Moines (DSM) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Houston - Travis St @ Dallas St to Des Moines via University of North Texas - Denton, Denton, and Kansas City in around 19h 20m.

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