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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Des Moines is to drive which costs $320 - $470 and takes 27h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h and costs $280 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Sacramento Bus Station, Sparks Transit Center and Denver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Portland to Des Moines?

The distance between Portland and Des Moines is 1494 miles. The road distance is 1783.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 44h 44m and costs $170 - $1,600.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Portland to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Portland to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Portland to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Portland to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h and costs $280 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $260 - $650 and takes 2 days 2h.

Where does the Portland to Des Moines bus arrive?

Portland to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Sacramento Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Portland and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Portland. It is currently 4:16 PM in Portland and 6:16 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Portland to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Des Moines is 1783 miles. It takes approximately 27h 37m to drive from Portland to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 231+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Portland to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Des Moines (DSM)PDX - DSM
5h
$280–1,224
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Portland to St. Paul-MinneapolisEmpire Builder
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des MoinesJefferson 801 / ...
44h 44m
$176–1,542
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Sacramento Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Sacramento Bus Station to Sparks Transit Center
3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Denver Union Station
4. Take the bus from Denver to Des Moines
2d 2h
$260–637
Drive 1,772.9 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Des Moines1,772.9 mi
27h 37m
$324–468

Portland to Des Moines by train, tram, and bus

11Weekly Services

44h 44mAverage Duration

$176Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Portland to Des Moines.

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Distance: 1,485 mi
Duration: 5h

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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