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How to get fromPortland to Des Moinesby plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound) or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Portland to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), or car

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  1. Fly

    best
    1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Des Moines (DSM)planePDX - DSM
    5h
    $280–1,224

  2. Train, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Portland to St. Paul-MinneapolistrainEmpire Builder
    2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des MoinesbusJefferson 801 / ...
    44h 44m
    $176–1,542

  3. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Stationbus
    2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
    3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Denver Union Stationbus
    4. Take the bus from Denver to Des Moinesbus
    2d 2h
    $260–637

  4. Drive 1,772.9 mi

    1. Drive from Portland to Des Moinescar1,772.9 mi
    27h 37m
    $324–468

Portland to Des Moines by train, tram, and bus

Calendar11Weekly Services
Duration44h 44mAverage Duration
Ticket$176Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

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

Allegiant Air, United Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Des Moines via Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center, Denver Union Station, and Denver in around 2d 2h.

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