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

The cheapest way to get from Mankato to Des Moines is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mankato to Des Moines is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Mankato to Des Moines?

The distance between Mankato and Des Moines is 234 miles. The road distance is 196.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mankato to Des Moines without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 5h 39m and costs $23 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Mankato to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mankato to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Mankato to Des Moines is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Mankato to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Mankato to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via shuttle, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Mankato to Des Moines by shuttle, bus, 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.

Shuttle, bus
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato, MN to Owatonna, MNshuttle S MN Conn
2. Take the bus from Owatonna to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
5h 39m
$24–122
Drive 195.2 mi
1. Drive from Mankato to Des Moinescar 195.2 mi
3h 49m
$36–52
Shuttle to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato to Minneapolis / St Paul Airport Term 1shuttle
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
4h 4m
$79–428
Shuttle to Rochester, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Mankato, MN to Rochester - Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM)plane RST - DSM
7h 53m
$73–368

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

20Weekly Planes

1h 22mAverage Duration

$51Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Mankato to Des Moines.

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Distance: 232.6 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Mankato to Des Moines. However, you can take the shuttle to Owatonna, MN, walk to Owatonna, then take the bus to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can drive from Mankato to Des Moines in around 3h 49m.

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