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

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Des Moines is to drive which costs $320 - $470 and takes 27h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $240 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Seattle Bus Station and arriving at Des Moines via Spokane, Billings, Dickinson and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 15m.

How far is it from Seattle to Des Moines?

The distance between Seattle and Des Moines is 1491 miles. The road distance is 1766.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Seattle to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 38h 15m and costs $180 - $750.

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

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Seattle to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Seattle to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Seattle Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Seattle to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Seattle to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 27m and costs $240 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $750 and takes 38h 15m.

Where does the Seattle to Des Moines bus arrive?

Seattle to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Spokane Station.

What is the time difference between Seattle and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Seattle. It is currently 12:30 AM in Seattle and 2:30 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Seattle to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Des Moines is 1767 miles. It takes approximately 27h 36m to drive from Seattle to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 245+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Seattle to Des Moines by plane, bus (Flixbus), train, 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.

Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
best
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SEA - DSM
7h 27m
$243–1,127
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Seattle to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
44h 37m
$184–1,453
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Spokane Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Spokane to Billingsbus
3. Take the bus from Billings to Dickinsonbus
4. Take the bus from Dickinson to Minneapolisbus
5. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus
38h 15m
$189–737
Drive 1,756.6 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Des Moinescar 1,756.6 mi
27h 36m
$321–464
Train to Portland International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Seattle to Portlandtrain
2. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PDX - DSM
8h 51m
$331–1,499
Fly from Paine Field County Airport
1. Fly from Paine Field County Airport (PAE) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PAE - DSM
8h 39m
$264–1,247
Fly from King County International Airport
1. Fly from King County International Airport (BFI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BFI - DSM
7h 55m
$260–1,224

Seattle to Des Moines by bus

4Weekly Buses

38h 15mAverage Duration

$189Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,482.5 mi
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

United Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seattle Bus Station to Des Moines via Spokane, Billings, Dickinson, and Minneapolis in around 38h 15m.

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