What is the cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 5h 17m and costs $140 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011 and arriving at Des Moines via Lafayette Amtrak Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 53m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Des Moines?

The distance between Purdue University and Des Moines is 370 miles. The road distance is 409.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 11h 53m and costs $80 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Purdue University to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Purdue University to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Des Moines bus from?

Purdue University to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Bus or fly from Purdue University to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $110 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $80 - $210 and takes 11h 53m.

Where does the Purdue University to Des Moines bus arrive?

Purdue University to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Purdue University and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Purdue University. It is currently 10:36 PM in Purdue University and 9:36 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Des Moines is 409 miles. It takes approximately 7h 33m to drive from Purdue University to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 159+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Purdue University to Des Moines - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 8 ways to get from Purdue University to Des Moines by plane, bus (Amtrak), train, bus, car, or shuttle

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 Purdue University Airport
best
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Des Moines (DSM)LAF - DSM
5h 30m
$113–572
Drive 406.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Purdue University to Des Moines406.8 mi
7h 33m
$75–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
11h 53m
$80–206
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
14h 30m
$146–446
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facility
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)ORD - DSM
5h 17m
$143–551
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airport
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)IND - DSM
6h 50m
$151–751
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Purdue West, Lafayette IN to O'Hare International Terminal 2Laffayette
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
12h 21m
$102–160
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationCardinal
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
12h 57m
$106–391

Purdue University to Des Moines by foot and bus

14Weekly Services

11h 53mAverage Duration

$80Cheapest Price

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Distance: 367.5 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

United Airlines flies from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Des Moines (DSM) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Des Moines via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 2nd St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago in around 11h 53m.

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