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

The cheapest way to get from Staples to Des Moines is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Staples to Des Moines is to train and fly which takes 6h 19m and costs $140 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Staples and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Staples to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Staples and arriving at Des Moines via Brainerd and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h.

How far is it from Staples to Des Moines?

The distance between Staples and Des Moines is 407 miles. The road distance is 377.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Staples to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus via Minneapolis which takes 10h 2m and costs $45 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 10h 2m to get from Staples to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Staples to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Staples station.

Where does the Staples to Des Moines bus arrive?

Staples to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Brainerd station.

Can I drive from Staples to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Staples to Des Moines is 378 miles. It takes approximately 6h 33m to drive from Staples to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 210+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Staples to Des Moines by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Minneapolis
best
1. Take the train from Staples Station to St. Paul-MinneapolisEmpire Builder
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des MoinesJefferson 801 / ...
10h 2m
$47–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Staples to Brainerd
2. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolis
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moines
11h
$37–219
Drive 375.5 mi
1. Drive from Staples to Des Moines375.5 mi
6h 33m
$69–99
Bus to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Staples to Brainerd
2. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Des Moines (DSM)BRD - DSM
7h 10m
$130–685
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Staples Station to St. Paul-MinneapolisEmpire Builder
2. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Des MoinesJefferson 803
10h 31m
$46–164
Train to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Staples Station to St. Paul-Minneapolis
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)MSP - DSM
6h 19m
$140–775

Staples to Des Moines by train, tram, and bus

14Weekly Services

10h 2mAverage Duration

$47Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Staples to Des Moines.

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Distance: 404.3 mi
Duration: 10h 2m

What companies run services between Staples, MN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Staples to Des Moines via Brainerd and Minneapolis in around 11h.

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