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

The cheapest way to get from Kearney to Des Moines is to bus which costs $45 - $95 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kearney to Des Moines is to drive which takes 5h 5m and costs $55 - $85.

Is there a direct bus between Kearney and Des Moines?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kearney and arriving at Des Moines. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Kearney to Des Moines?

The distance between Kearney and Des Moines is 326 miles. The road distance is 316.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kearney to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs $45 - $95.

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

The bus from Kearney to Des Moines takes 6h 50m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Kearney to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kearney station.

Bus or fly from Kearney to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Kearney to Des Moines is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs $45 - $95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $480 and takes 5h 7m.

Where does the Kearney to Des Moines bus arrive?

Kearney to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Kearney to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Kearney to Des Moines is 317 miles. It takes approximately 5h 5m to drive from Kearney to Des Moines.

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

Book your Kearney to Des Moines bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 180+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Kearney to Des Moines - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Kearney to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Kearney to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123
6h 50m
$45–95
Drive 314.9 mi
1. Drive from Kearney to Des Moinescar 314.9 mi
5h 5m
$58–83
Fly
1. Fly from Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane EAR - DSM
5h 7m
$128–474

Kearney to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

6h 50mAverage Duration

$45Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 324.3 mi
Duration: 6h 50m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kearney to Des Moines once daily. Tickets cost $45–95 and the journey takes 6h 50m. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day.

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