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

The cheapest way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines is to drive which costs $80 - $130 and takes 7h 38m.

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 51m and costs $120 - $600.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 5m.

How far is it from Kalamazoo to Des Moines?

The distance between Kalamazoo and Des Moines is 435 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 10h 35m and costs $85 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m 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 5h 55m and costs $110 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $220 and takes 11h 5m.

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 6:02 AM in Kalamazoo and 5:02 AM 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 38m to drive from Kalamazoo to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 240+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, car, 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.

Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Des Moines (DSM)AZO - DSM
5h 55m
$114–622
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
11h 5m
$81–215
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union StationWolverine / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
10h 35m
$87–249
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
12h 7m
$127–304
Drive 459.2 mi
1. Drive from Kalamazoo to Des Moines459.2 mi
7h 38m
$84–121
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Station
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)ORD - DSM
5h 51m
$121–595
Bus to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Grand Rapids, MI
2. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Des Moines (DSM)GRR - DSM
7h 56m
$170–950
Train to Detroit, fly
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Dearborn
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)DTW - DSM
6h 42m
$157–723

Kalamazoo to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

10h 35mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 432.5 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

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

Delta and American Airlines 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 in around 11h 5m.

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