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

The cheapest way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines is to bus which costs $70 - $150 and takes 10h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines is to train and fly which takes 5h 52m and costs $110 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Kalamazoo and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Kalamazoo to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 29m.

How far is it from Kalamazoo to Des Moines?

The distance between Kalamazoo and Des Moines is 474 miles. The road distance is 461.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 59m and costs $80 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 9h 59m to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Kalamazoo to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kalamazoo Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Kalamazoo to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 5m and costs $65 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $150 and takes 10h 29m.

Where does the Kalamazoo to Des Moines bus arrive?

Kalamazoo to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Kalamazoo and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Kalamazoo. It is currently 8:02 PM in Kalamazoo and 7:02 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Kalamazoo to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalamazoo to Des Moines is 462 miles. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Kalamazoo to Des Moines.

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

Book your Kalamazoo 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.

Kalamazoo to Des Moines - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines by train, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
9h 59m
$81–170
Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Des Moines (DSM)plane AZO - DSM
6h 5m
$68–342
Drive 459.2 mi
1. Drive from Kalamazoo to Des Moinescar 459.2 mi
7h 43m
$84–121
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
10h 29m
$74–144
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
5h 54m
$85–356
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
5h 52m
$110–506
Bus to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Metro Transit to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GRR - DSM
8h 1m
$110–600
Train to Detroit, fly
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DTW - DSM
6h 39m
$104–421

Kalamazoo to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

19Weekly Services

9h 59mAverage Duration

$81Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines.

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Distance: 471.3 mi
Duration: 9h 59m

What companies run services between Kalamazoo, MI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Des Moines (DSM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station in around 10h 29m.

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