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

The cheapest way to get from Phoenix to Des Moines is to bus and train which costs $150 - $490 and takes 32h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phoenix to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $200 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Phoenix and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Phoenix station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Phoenix Bus Station and arriving at Des Moines via Tulsa and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 35m.

How far is it from Phoenix to Des Moines?

The distance between Phoenix and Des Moines is 1163 miles. The road distance is 1395.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Phoenix to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 32h 35m and costs $140 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Phoenix to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Phoenix to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Phoenix to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 56m and costs $200 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $550 and takes 32h 35m.

Where does the Phoenix to Des Moines bus arrive?

Phoenix to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Tulsa Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Phoenix and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of Phoenix. It is currently 8:17 PM in Phoenix and 9:17 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Phoenix to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Phoenix to Des Moines is 1396 miles. It takes approximately 24h 25m to drive from Phoenix to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 210+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Phoenix to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, 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 Phoenix
best
1. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Des Moines (DSM)PHX - DSM
3h 56m
$207–971
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Tulsa Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Tulsa to Kansas City
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moines
32h 35m
$145–518
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport/44th Street Sky Train Station to Flagstaff Train Station
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Kansas City
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moines
32h 35m
$158–490
Drive 1,387.7 mi
1. Drive from Phoenix to Des Moines1,387.7 mi
24h 25m
$254–366
Fly from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
1. Fly from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) to Des Moines (DSM)AZA - DSM
4h 37m
$265–949

Phoenix to Des Moines by bus

7Weekly Buses

32h 35mAverage Duration

$145Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,156.2 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Des Moines via Tulsa and Kansas City in around 32h 35m.

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