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 46m.

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 48m and costs $120 - $700.

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. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 15m.

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 14h 15m and costs $90 - $280.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m 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 4h 35m and costs $190 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $90 - $280 and takes 14h 15m.

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 12:21 AM in Michigan and 11:21 PM 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 46m to drive from Michigan to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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)LAN - DSM
4h 35m
$192–989
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
14h 15m
$92–272
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
16h 16m
$143–358
Drive 595.8 mi
1. Drive from Detroit to Des Moines595.8 mi
9h 46m
$109–158
Fly from Bishop International Airport
1. Fly from Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Des Moines (DSM)FNT - DSM
4h 44m
$162–712
Fly from Detroit
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)DTW - DSM
3h 48m
$129–673
Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport
1. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Des Moines (DSM)GRR - DSM
6h 38m
$171–975
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Detroit to Chicago Union StationWolverine
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
14h 44m
$103–288
Bus via Auburn Gresham
1. Take the bus from Detroit Bus Station to ChicagoFlixBus 2552
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
15h 59m
$100–262

Michigan to Des Moines by bus

14Weekly Buses

14h 15mAverage Duration

$92Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Michigan to Des Moines.

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Distance: 482.5 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

American Airlines and Delta fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Detroit Bus Station to Des Moines via Chicago in around 14h 15m.

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