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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Des Moines is to bus which costs $150 - $340 and takes 31h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $220 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Springfield Union Station and arriving at Des Moines via New York Midtown and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 49m.

How far is it from Springfield to Des Moines?

The distance between Springfield and Des Moines is 1110 miles. The road distance is 1220.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 27h 29m and costs $160 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Springfield to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Springfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Springfield Union Station.

Bus or fly from Springfield to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Springfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $220 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $150 - $340 and takes 31h 49m.

Where does the Springfield to Des Moines bus arrive?

Springfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

What is the time difference between Springfield and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Springfield. It is currently 4:06 AM in Springfield and 3:06 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Springfield to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Des Moines is 1221 miles. It takes approximately 20h 33m to drive from Springfield to Des Moines.

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

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

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Springfield 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 Bradley International Airport
best
1. Fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BDL - DSM
7h 12m
$220–1,311
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to New York Midtownbus
2. Take the bus from New York Midtown to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
31h 49m
$153–334
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Springfield to Chicago Union Stationtrain Lake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123 / ...
27h 29m
$168–507
Drive 1,213.6 mi
1. Drive from Springfield to Des Moinescar 1,213.6 mi
20h 33m
$222–320
Train to Boston Logan Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Springfield to Bostontrain
2. Fly from Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BOS - DSM
7h 17m
$239–1,088
Bus to Albany County Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Springfield Union Station to Albanybus
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ALB - DSM
9h 41m
$262–1,256
Train, train to Laguardia Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Springfield to New Haventrain
2. Take the train from New Haven to 125th Street - Harlemtrain
3. Fly from Laguardia Airport (LGA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LGA - DSM
8h 52m
$235–1,265

Springfield to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

27h 29mAverage Duration

$168Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Springfield to Des Moines.

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Distance: 1,104 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Springfield, MA, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Bradley International Airport (BDL) to Des Moines (DSM) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield Union Station to Des Moines via New York Midtown and Chicago Bus Station in around 31h 49m.

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