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

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to Des Moines is to drive which costs $95 - $140 and takes 8h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lansing to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $190 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Lansing and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Lansing to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Lansing, MI and arriving at Des Moines via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 25m.

How far is it from Lansing to Des Moines?

The distance between Lansing and Des Moines is 485 miles. The road distance is 532.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lansing to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 20m and costs $85 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Lansing to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Lansing to Des Moines bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Lansing, MI station.

Bus or fly from Lansing to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Lansing to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 35m and costs $190 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $280 and takes 16h 25m.

Where does the Lansing to Des Moines bus arrive?

Lansing to Des Moines bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Kalamazoo, MI station.

What is the time difference between Lansing and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Lansing. It is currently 12:04 AM in Lansing and 11:04 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Lansing to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to Des Moines is 533 miles. It takes approximately 8h 44m to drive from Lansing to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 231+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Lansing to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Lansing to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM)LAN - DSM
4h 35m
$192–989
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationBlue Water
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
13h 20m
$87–274
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station 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
14h 52m
$127–344
Drive 529.6 mi
1. Drive from Lansing to Des Moines529.6 mi
8h 44m
$97–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo, MI
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moines
16h 25m
$113–275

Lansing to Des Moines by bus, train, and foot

7Weekly Services

13h 20mAverage Duration

$87Cheapest Price

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Distance: 482.5 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

American Airlines and Delta fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lansing, MI to Des Moines via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Chicago in around 16h 25m.

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