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

The cheapest way to get from Indianapolis to Des Moines is to bus which costs $70 - $140 and takes 11h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Indianapolis to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $75 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Indianapolis and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Indianapolis to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Indianapolis and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 9m.

How far is it from Indianapolis to Des Moines?

The distance between Indianapolis and Des Moines is 430 miles. The road distance is 469.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 11h 9m and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Indianapolis to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Indianapolis to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Indianapolis station.

Bus or fly from Indianapolis to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Indianapolis to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $75 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 11h 9m.

Where does the Indianapolis to Des Moines bus arrive?

Indianapolis to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Indianapolis. It is currently 9:16 PM in Indianapolis and 8:16 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Indianapolis to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Indianapolis to Des Moines is 469 miles. It takes approximately 7h 55m to drive from Indianapolis to Des Moines.

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

Book your Indianapolis 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.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Indianapolis to Des Moines by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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 Indianapolis
best
1. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IND - DSM
5h 30m
$79–403
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Indianapolis to Chicago Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2512 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
11h 9m
$72–137
Drive 466.6 mi
1. Drive from Indianapolis to Des Moinescar 466.6 mi
7h 55m
$86–123
Train to Purdue University Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAF - DSM
7h 48m
$85–380
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
12h 43m
$94–200

Indianapolis to Des Moines by bus

19Weekly Buses

11h 9mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Indianapolis to Des Moines.

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Distance: 427.5 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Indianapolis, IN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Indianapolis to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station in around 11h 9m.

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