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

The cheapest way to get from Minot to Des Moines is to train and bus via Minneapolis which costs $80 - $240 and takes 16h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minot to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $80 - $400.

How far is it from Minot to Des Moines?

The distance between Minot and Des Moines is 608 miles. The road distance is 742.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minot to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus via Minneapolis which takes 16h 25m and costs $80 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Minot to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Minot to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Minot to Des Moines is 743 miles. It takes approximately 12h 15m to drive from Minot to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 254+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Minot to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Minot to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, or car

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 Minot International Airport
best
1. Fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MOT - DSM
5h 26m
$84–392
Train, bus via Minneapolis
cheapest
1. Take the train from Minot Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
16h 25m
$82–239
Drive 738.3 mi
1. Drive from Minot to Des Moinescar 738.3 mi
12h 15m
$135–195
Drive to Bismarck Municipal Airport, fly
1. Drive from Minot to Bismarck-Airport-BIScar
2. Fly from Bismarck Municipal Airport (BIS) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BIS - DSM
6h 45m
$98–411
Drive to Ring Rock Ranch Airport, fly
1. Drive from Minot to Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA)car
2. Fly from Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane XWA - DSM
8h 24m
$110–444
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Minot Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 803
17h 5m
$82–239

Minot to Des Moines by train and bus

14Weekly Services

16h 25mAverage Duration

$82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 604.9 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

Delta and United Airlines fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Des Moines (DSM) 4 times a day.

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