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

The cheapest way to get from Michigan to Des Moines is to bus via Auburn Gresham which costs $80 - $210 and takes 16h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Michigan to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 55m and costs $120 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Michigan and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Michigan station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Detroit Bus Station and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 39m.

How far is it from Michigan to Des Moines?

The distance between Michigan and Des Moines is 485 miles. The road distance is 599.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Michigan to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 13h 39m and costs $70 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Michigan to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Michigan to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Detroit Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Michigan to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Michigan to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 9m and costs $190 - $1,100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $210 and takes 13h 39m.

Where does the Michigan to Des Moines bus arrive?

Michigan to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Michigan and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Michigan. It is currently 4:20 AM in Michigan and 3:20 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Michigan to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Michigan to Des Moines is 599 miles. It takes approximately 9h 52m to drive from Michigan to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from Michigan to Des Moines?

Book your Michigan to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 200+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Michigan to Des Moines - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Michigan to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, train, bus, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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

Fly from Capital Region International Airport
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAN - DSM
5h 9m
$192–1,039
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
13h 39m
$74–206
Drive 595.8 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Des Moinescar 595.8 mi
9h 52m
$109–158
Fly from Bishop International Airport
1. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FNT - DSM
5h 14m
$162–762
Fly from Detroit
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DTW - DSM
3h 55m
$129–723
Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport
1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GRR - DSM
6h 41m
$191–1,125
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
14h 8m
$86–236
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicagobus FlixBus 2552
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
16h 20m
$82–206

Michigan to Des Moines by bus

19Weekly Buses

13h 39mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Michigan to Des Moines.

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Distance: 482.5 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station in around 13h 39m.

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