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

The cheapest way to get from Scranton to Des Moines is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 16h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scranton to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $270 - $1,300.

Is there a direct bus between Scranton and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Scranton to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Scranton, PA and arriving at Des Moines via Harrisburg Bus Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 14m.

How far is it from Scranton to Des Moines?

The distance between Scranton and Des Moines is 947 miles. The road distance is 1022.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scranton to Des Moines without a car is to bus and train which takes 24h 15m and costs $150 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Scranton to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Scranton to Des Moines bus services, operated by OurBus, depart from Scranton, PA station.

Bus or fly from Scranton to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Scranton to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 54m and costs $270 - $1,300. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $370 and takes 28h 14m.

Where does the Scranton to Des Moines bus arrive?

Scranton to Des Moines bus services, operated by OurBus, arrive at Harrisburg, PA station.

What is the time difference between Scranton and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Scranton. It is currently 9:04 PM in Scranton and 8:04 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Scranton to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Scranton to Des Moines is 1023 miles. It takes approximately 16h 43m to drive from Scranton to Des Moines.

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

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 231+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Scranton to Des Moines by plane, bus, train, 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 Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport
best
1. Fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane AVP - DSM
5h 54m
$279–1,270
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Scranton to Syracuse Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Syracuse Regional Transportation Center to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
24h 15m
$150–358
Bus
1. Take the bus from Scranton, PA to Harrisburg, PAbus
2. Take the bus from Harrisburg Bus Station to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
28h 14m
$155–369
Drive 1,016.7 mi
1. Drive from Scranton to Des Moinescar 1,016.7 mi
16h 43m
$186–268
Bus to Lehigh Valley International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Scranton Bus Station to Lehigh Valley International Airportbus
2. Fly from Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ABE - DSM
9h 26m
$205–928
Bus to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Scranton, PA to Port Authority Bus Terminalbus
2. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LGA - DSM
7h 54m
$229–1,007

Scranton to Des Moines by bus, train, and foot

14Weekly Services

24h 15mAverage Duration

$150Cheapest Price

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Distance: 941.8 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

What companies run services between Scranton, PA, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Wilkes-Barre/Scranton International Airport (AVP) to Des Moines (DSM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Scranton, PA to Des Moines via Harrisburg, PA, Harrisburg Bus Station, and Chicago Bus Station in around 28h 14m.

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