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

The cheapest way to get from Michigan to Des Moines is to drive which costs $100 - $160 and takes 9h 52m.

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 43m and costs $130 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Michigan and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Michigan to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Woodward & Gratiot and arriving at Des Moines via Detroit and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 2m.

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 train and bus which takes 14h 44m and costs $170 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m 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 Amtrak, depart from Detroit station.

Bus or fly from Michigan to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Michigan to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $150 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $270 and takes 15h 2m.

Where does the Michigan to Des Moines bus arrive?

Michigan to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Michigan and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Michigan. It is currently 2:42 AM in Michigan and 1:42 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.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 260+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Michigan to Des Moines - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Michigan to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, car, bus (Amtrak), or bus (Flixbus)

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Fly from Capital Region International Airport
best
1. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAN - DSM
3h 56m
$156–743
Drive 595.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit to Des Moinescar 595.8 mi
9h 52m
$109–158
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus Btw 1205 / ...
14h 44m
$171–303
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
15h 56m
$171–358
Fly from Bishop International Airport
1. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FNT - DSM
4h 10m
$152–662
Fly from Detroit
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DTW - DSM
3h 43m
$139–723
Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport
1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GRR - DSM
6h 42m
$131–725
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus Btw 1205 / ...
15h 2m
$176–262
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicagobus FlixBus 2552
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus Btw 1205 / ...
16h 56m
$168–239

Michigan to Des Moines by tram, train, foot, and bus

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14h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 482.5 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Woodward & Gratiot to Des Moines via Woodward & Baltimore, Detroit, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago in around 15h 2m.

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