What is the cheapest way to get from Red Wing to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Red Wing to Des Moines is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Red Wing to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Red Wing to Des Moines is to drive which takes 4h 13m and costs $40 - $65.

How far is it from Red Wing to Des Moines?

The distance between Red Wing and Des Moines is 289 miles. The road distance is 245.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Red Wing to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus via Minneapolis which takes 8h 10m and costs $30 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Red Wing to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 4h 19m to get from Red Wing to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Red Wing to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Red Wing to Des Moines is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Red Wing to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 224+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Red Wing to Des Moines by train, plane, bus, 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.

Train, fly
best
1. Take the train from Red Wing Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)MSP - DSM
4h 19m
$122–746
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Red Wing Amtrak Station to St. Paul-MinneapolisEmpire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Des MoinesJefferson 803
8h 34m
$33–135
Train, bus via Minneapolis
1. Take the train from Red Wing Amtrak Station to St. Paul-MinneapolisEmpire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des MoinesJefferson 801 / ...
8h 10m
$34–136
Drive 244.2 mi
1. Drive from Red Wing to Des Moines244.2 mi
4h 13m
$45–65

Red Wing to Des Moines by train, tram, and bus

14Weekly Services

8h 10mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287.4 mi
Duration: 4h 19m

What companies run services between Red Wing, MN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Red Wing to Des Moines. However, you can take the train to St. Paul-Minneapolis, walk to Union Depot & Gate A1, take the line 54 bus to MSP Terminal 1 Transit Station, walk to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) airport, fly to Des Moines (DSM), then take the taxi to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can take a train from Red Wing Amtrak Station to Des Moines via St. Paul-Minneapolis, Union Depot Station, Target Field Station Platform 1, and Minneapolis in around 8h 10m.

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