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

The cheapest way to get from Lenexa to Des Moines is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lenexa to Des Moines is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs $90 - $180.

How far is it from Lenexa to Des Moines?

The distance between Lenexa and Des Moines is 212 miles. The road distance is 207.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lenexa to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 3h 19m and costs $90 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Lenexa to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Lenexa to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Lenexa to Des Moines is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Lenexa to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Lenexa to Des Moines by bus, car, taxi, 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
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
3h 19m
$91–176
Drive 206.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Lenexa to Des Moinescar 206.6 mi
3h 30m
$38–55
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Lenexa to Kansas-City-Airport-MCItaxi
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MCI - DSM
4h 41m
$214–611

Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

131Weekly Planes

5h 31mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lenexa to Des Moines.

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Distance: 210.7 mi
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Kansas City to Des Moines twice daily. Tickets cost $18–90 and the journey takes 3h.

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