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

The cheapest way to get from Mattoon to Des Moines is to train and bus which costs $65 - $140 and takes 9h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mattoon to Des Moines is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $220 - $850.

How far is it from Mattoon to Des Moines?

The distance between Mattoon and Des Moines is 388 miles. The road distance is 383.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mattoon to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 31m and costs $65 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 9h 31m to get from Mattoon to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Mattoon to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Mattoon to Des Moines is 384 miles. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Mattoon to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 196+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Mattoon to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Mattoon to Des Moines by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain Saluki / ...
2. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
9h 31m
$67–136
Drive 381.7 mi
1. Drive from Mattoon to Des Moinescar 381.7 mi
7h 4m
$70–101
Taxi to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Mattoon to Decatur Airport (DEC)taxi
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DEC - DSM
5h 57m
$222–846
Train to University Of Illinois Willard Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Mattoon Amtrak Station to Champaign-Urbanatrain
2. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane CMI - DSM
6h 48m
$147–719

Mattoon to Des Moines by train and bus

7Weekly Services

9h 31mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 386.1 mi
Duration: 9h 31m

What companies run services between Mattoon, IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Mattoon to Des Moines. However, you can take the train to Champaign-Urbana, walk to Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr, then take the bus to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can drive from Mattoon to Des Moines in around 7h 4m.

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