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

The cheapest way to get from Provo to Des Moines is to fly which costs $80 - $360 and takes 7h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Provo to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 6m and costs $80 - $360.

Is there a direct bus between Provo and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Provo station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Provo Central Station and arriving at Des Moines via Green River, Denver Union Station and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 45m.

How far is it from Provo to Des Moines?

The distance between Provo and Des Moines is 1017 miles. The road distance is 1088.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Provo to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 27h 45m and costs $200 - $460.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Provo to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Provo to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Provo to Des Moines is to bus which takes 27h 45m and costs $200 - $460. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $80 - $360 and takes 7h 6m.

Where does the Provo to Des Moines bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Provo and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of Provo. It is currently 10:24 AM in Provo and 11:24 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Provo to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Provo to Des Moines is 1089 miles. It takes approximately 16h 36m to drive from Provo to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 215+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Provo to Des Moines by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train to Salt Lake City International Airport, fly to Des Moines
best
1. Take the train from Provo Central Station to North Temple Stationtrain
2. Fly from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SLC - DSM
7h 12m
$152–730
Fly Provo to Des Moines
cheapest
1. Fly from Provo (PVU) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PVU - DSM
7h 6m
$84–354
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 Kansas City Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
27h 45m
$203–454
Drive 1,082.4 mi
1. Drive from Provo to Des Moinescar 1,082.4 mi
16h 36m
$198–286
Train to Salt Lake City International Airport, fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
1. Take the train from Provo Central Station to North Temple Stationtrain
2. Fly from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane SLC - FOD
3. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Des Moinescar
9h 13m
$150–734
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Provo Amtrak to Denvertrain
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
30h 34m
$251–571

Provo to Des Moines by bus

5Weekly Buses

27h 45mAverage Duration

$203Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,010.6 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Provo Central Station to Des Moines via Green River, Denver Union Station, and Kansas City in around 27h 45m. Alternatively, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Provo (PVU) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day.

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