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

The cheapest way to get from Orem to Des Moines is to train and bus which costs $130 - $280 and takes 31h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Orem to Des Moines is to train and fly which takes 6h 39m and costs $150 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Orem and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Orem to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Center St / Orem Blvd and arriving at Des Moines via Provo Central Station, Green River and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 57m.

How far is it from Orem to Des Moines?

The distance between Orem and Des Moines is 1011 miles. The road distance is 1086.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Orem to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 26h 57m and costs $140 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Orem to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Orem to Des Moines bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, depart from Provo Central Station.

Bus or fly from Orem to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Orem to Des Moines is to bus which takes 26h 57m and costs $140 - $320. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $600 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Orem to Des Moines bus arrive?

Orem to Des Moines bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, arrive at Green River station.

What is the time difference between Orem and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of Orem. It is currently 10:48 AM in Orem and 11:48 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Orem to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Orem to Des Moines is 1086 miles. It takes approximately 16h 33m to drive from Orem to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 244+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Orem to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Orem to Des Moines by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, or car

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Train to Salt Lake City International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Orem Central Station to North Temple Stationtrain
2. Fly from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SLC - DSM
6h 39m
$152–730
Fly from Provo
cheapest
1. Fly from Provo (PVU) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PVU - DSM
8h 51m
$132–577
Bus
1. Take the bus from Provo Central Station to Green Riverbus
2. Take the bus from Green River to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
26h 57m
$142–318
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Orem Central Station to Salt Lake Central Stationtrain 750
2. Take the train from Salt Lake City to Denvertrain
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
31h 8m
$138–276
Drive 1,079.8 mi
1. Drive from Orem to Des Moinescar 1,079.8 mi
16h 33m
$198–285

Orem to Des Moines by bus

5Weekly Buses

26h 57mAverage Duration

$142Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,005.3 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

You can take a bus from Center St / Orem Blvd to Des Moines via Provo Central Station, Green River, and Denver Union Station in around 26h 57m. Alternatively, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Provo (PVU) to Des Moines (DSM) 4 times a day.

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