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

The cheapest way to get from Ithaca to Des Moines is to drive which costs $170 - $260 and takes 16h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ithaca to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 7h 36m and costs $270 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Ithaca and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Ithaca to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Ithaca and arriving at Des Moines via Buffalo, Cleveland Bus Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h.

How far is it from Ithaca to Des Moines?

The distance between Ithaca and Des Moines is 978 miles. The road distance is 979.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ithaca to Des Moines without a car is to bus and train which takes 22h 52m and costs $180 - $430.

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Ithaca to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Ithaca to Des Moines bus arrive?

Ithaca to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

What is the time difference between Ithaca and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Ithaca. It is currently 9:25 AM in Ithaca and 8:25 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Ithaca to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Ithaca to Des Moines is 980 miles. It takes approximately 16h 49m to drive from Ithaca to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 218+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Ithaca to Des Moines - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Ithaca to Des Moines by bus, plane, train, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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.

Bus to Syracuse Hancock International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Ithaca, NY to Syracuse Airport, NY
2. Fly from Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) to Des Moines (DSM)SYR - DSM
7h 36m
$277–1,273
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ithaca to Buffalo
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moines
25h
$144–425
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ithaca to Rochester, Ny246
2. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moines
22h 52m
$186–424
Drive 974 mi
1. Drive from Ithaca to Des Moines974 mi
16h 49m
$178–257
Bus to Rochester, fly
1. Take the bus from Ithaca, NY to Rochester, NY
2. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM)ROC - DSM
8h 18m
$207–977
Bus to Elmira/Corning Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ithaca - Tioga Street and Seneca Street to Transit Center - PO Side
2. Fly from Elmira/Corning Regional Airport (ELM) to Des Moines (DSM)ELM - DSM
8h 16m
Bus to Greater Binghamton Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ithaca, NY to Binghamton, NY
2. Fly from Greater Binghamton Airport (BGM) to Des Moines (DSM)BGM - DSM
9h 56m
$212–866
Bus to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Ithaca, NY to Park Avenue South & 26th Street
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Des Moines (DSM)LGA - DSM
9h 15m
$190–849
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Ithaca to Syracuse Bus Station
2. Take the train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Chicago Union Station
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
4. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
5. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
25h 13m
$232–477

Ithaca to Des Moines by bus, train, and foot

14Weekly Services

22h 52mAverage Duration

$186Cheapest Price

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Distance: 972.1 mi
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Ithaca, NY, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ithaca to Des Moines via Buffalo, Cleveland Bus Station, and Chicago in around 25h.

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