What is the cheapest way to get from La Junta to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from La Junta to Des Moines is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 12h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Junta to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from La Junta to Des Moines is to drive and fly which takes 4h 51m and costs $100 - $490.

How far is it from La Junta to Des Moines?

The distance between La Junta and Des Moines is 690 miles. The road distance is 688.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Junta to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 14h 55m and costs $70 - $270.

How long does it take to get from La Junta to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from La Junta to Des Moines, including transfers.

What is the time difference between La Junta and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of La Junta. It is currently 12:36 PM in La Junta and 1:36 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from La Junta to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between La Junta to Des Moines is 688 miles. It takes approximately 12h 32m to drive from La Junta to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 227+ hotels available in Des Moines.

La Junta to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from La Junta to Des Moines by car, plane, train, bus, or shuttle

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

Drive to Pueblo Memorial Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from La Junta to Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB)
2. Fly from Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB) to Des Moines (DSM)PUB - DSM
4h 51m
$108–488
Train, shuttle, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from La Junta Amtrak Station to Kansas City
2. Take a shuttle bus from Kansas City to Cameron, MO
3. Take the bus from Cameron to Des Moines
16h 16m
$71–260
Train, bus
1. Take the train from La Junta Amtrak Station to Kansas CitySouthwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des MoinesJefferson 802 / ...
14h 55m
$73–270
Drive, bus
1. Drive from La Junta to Pueblo, CO
2. Take the bus from Pueblo, CO to Denver
3. Take the bus from Denver to Des Moines
15h 55m
$167–312
Drive 684.4 mi
1. Drive from La Junta to Des Moines684.4 mi
12h 32m
$125–181
Drive to San Luis Valley Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from La Junta to San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS)
2. Fly from San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS) to Des Moines (DSM)ALS - DSM
6h 24m
$124–510

La Junta to Des Moines by train, tram, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

14h 55mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 685.6 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between La Junta, CO, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from La Junta to Des Moines. However, you can drive to Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB) airport, fly to Des Moines (DSM), then take the taxi to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Junta Amtrak Station to Des Moines via Kansas City, Union Station, Library, On Wyandotte Between 11Th And 12Th Southbound, On 12Th At Troost Eastbound, and Kansas City in around 14h 55m.

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