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

The cheapest way to get from Rochester to Des Moines is to bus which costs $110 - $250 and takes 21h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rochester to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $240 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Rochester Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Buffalo, Cleveland Bus Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 59m.

How far is it from Rochester to Des Moines?

The distance between Rochester and Des Moines is 838 miles. The road distance is 920.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 19h 26m and costs $110 - $310.

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Rochester to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Rochester to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Rochester to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $240 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $250 and takes 21h 59m.

Where does the Rochester to Des Moines bus arrive?

Rochester to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Buffalo station.

What is the time difference between Rochester and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Rochester. It is currently 3:08 AM in Rochester and 2:08 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Rochester to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester to Des Moines is 921 miles. It takes approximately 15h 25m to drive from Rochester to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rochester to Des Moines?

Book your Rochester to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 240+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Rochester to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Rochester to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), 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.

Fly from Rochester
best
1. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ROC - DSM
4h 54m
$244–1,241
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rochester to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
19h 26m
$110–301
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalobus
2. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
21h 59m
$111–248
Drive 915.2 mi
1. Drive from Rochester to Des Moinescar 915.2 mi
15h 25m
$167–242
Bus to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Buffalo Niagara International Airportbus
2. Fly from Buffalo Niagara International Airport (BUF) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BUF - DSM
6h 53m
$283–1,442

Rochester to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

19h 26mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rochester to Des Moines.

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Distance: 833.2 mi
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Rochester, NY, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rochester Bus Stop to Des Moines via Buffalo, Cleveland Bus Station, and Chicago Bus Station in around 21h 59m.

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