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

The cheapest way to get from Kansas to Des Moines is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kansas to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 56m and costs $170 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Kansas and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Kansas to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Wichita Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Kansas to Des Moines?

The distance between Kansas and Des Moines is 404 miles. The road distance is 389.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kansas to Des Moines without a car is to bus via Kansas City which takes 8h and costs $45 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 8h to get from Kansas to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Kansas to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Kansas to Des Moines is to bus via Kansas City which takes 8h and costs $45 - $170. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $170 - $800 and takes 4h 56m.

Where does the Kansas to Des Moines bus arrive?

Kansas to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Kansas to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Kansas to Des Moines is 390 miles. It takes approximately 6h 14m to drive from Kansas to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 213+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Kansas to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Kansas to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound), bus, train, car, or plane

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

Bus via Kansas City
best
1. Take the bus from Wichita Bus Stop to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1142 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
8h
$46–164
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Wichita Amtrak Station to Newton Stationbus
2. Take the train from Newton Station to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
10h 50m
Drive 387.5 mi
1. Drive from Wichita to Des Moinescar 387.5 mi
6h 14m
$71–103
Fly from Wichita Mid-Continent Airport
1. Fly from Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ICT - DSM
4h 56m
$170–798
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wichita to Omahabus Aguascalientes-Omaha
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Des Moinesbus Denver
11h 52m
$163–209
Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport
1. Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MHK - DSM
5h 1m
$194–853
Fly from Kansas City
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MCI - DSM
6h 54m
$167–921

Kansas to Des Moines by bus

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8hAverage Duration

$46Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kansas to Des Moines.

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Distance: 401.3 mi
Duration: 8h

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

You can take a bus from Wichita Bus Stop to Des Moines via Kansas City in around 8h. Alternatively, American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly.

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