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

The cheapest way to get from Schenectady to Des Moines is to train and bus via Des Moines which costs $110 - $290 and takes 24h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Schenectady to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $250 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Schenectady and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Schenectady to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Schenectady and arriving at Des Moines via New York Midtown and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 47m.

How far is it from Schenectady to Des Moines?

The distance between Schenectady and Des Moines is 1040 miles. The road distance is 1120.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Schenectady to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 23h 58m and costs $120 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 6h 47m to get from Schenectady to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Schenectady to Des Moines bus services, operated by Fox Bus, depart from Schenectady station.

Bus or fly from Schenectady to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Schenectady to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 47m and costs $250 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $380 and takes 32h 47m.

Where does the Schenectady to Des Moines bus arrive?

Schenectady to Des Moines bus services, operated by Fox Bus, arrive at New York, NY - Midtown station.

What is the time difference between Schenectady and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Schenectady. It is currently 1:05 AM in Schenectady and 12:05 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Schenectady to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Schenectady to Des Moines is 1121 miles. It takes approximately 18h 41m to drive from Schenectady to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 223+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Schenectady to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Schenectady to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, bus (Flixbus), 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 to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Des Moines (DSM)ALB - DSM
6h 47m
$259–1,224
Train, bus via Des Moines
cheapest
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
24h 3m
$118–287
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Schenectady to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
23h 58m
$128–357
Bus
1. Take the bus from Schenectady to New York, NY - MidtownNyc
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Chicago Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moines
32h 47m
$171–376
Drive 1,114.3 mi
1. Drive from Schenectady to Des Moines1,114.3 mi
18h 41m
$204–294
Fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
1. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)ALB - FOD
2. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Des Moines
11h 11m
$138–678
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Schenectady 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
25h 30m
$165–412

Schenectady to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

23h 58mAverage Duration

$128Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,034.3 mi
Duration: 6h 47m

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

Delta, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Des Moines (DSM) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Schenectady to Des Moines via New York, NY - Midtown, New York Midtown, and Chicago in around 32h 47m.

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