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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Des Moines is to bus and train which costs $170 - $400 and takes 34h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Des Moines is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 51m and costs $330 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Broadway/Country Club and arriving at Des Moines via Downtown Ronstadt Center, 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson, El Paso, On Sw Blvd At 27Th Northbound Nearside and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 43m.

How far is it from Tucson to Des Moines?

The distance between Tucson and Des Moines is 1176 miles. The road distance is 1383.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Des Moines without a car is to bus via Ciudad Juárez which takes 29h 43m and costs $220 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Tucson to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Tucson to Des Moines bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson station.

Bus or fly from Tucson to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Tucson to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 25m and costs $270 - $1,400. Alternatively, you can bus via Ciudad Juárez, which costs $220 - $370 and takes 29h 43m.

Where does the Tucson to Des Moines bus arrive?

Tucson to Des Moines bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at El Paso station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of Tucson. It is currently 3:27 PM in Tucson and 4:27 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Tucson to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Des Moines is 1383 miles. It takes approximately 24h 44m to drive from Tucson to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 240+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Tucson to Des Moines by plane, bus, train, car, shuttle, or bus (Flixbus, Greyhound)

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 Tucson
best
1. Fly from Tucson (TUS) to Des Moines (DSM)TUS - DSM
6h 25m
$277–1,321
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tucson to Phoenix Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Tulsa Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Tulsa to Kansas City
4. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moines
35h 45m
$155–459
Bus via Ciudad Juárez
1. Take the bus from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson to El Paso
2. Take the bus from El Paso to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moines
29h 43m
$228–370
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tucson Downtown to Flagstaff Train Station
2. Take the train from Flagstaff to Kansas City
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moines
34h 55m
$173–396
Drive 1,375.1 mi
1. Drive from Tucson to Des Moines1,375.1 mi
24h 44m
$251–363
Shuttle to Phoenix, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky Harbor International Airport
2. Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Des Moines (DSM)PHX - DSM
5h 51m
$332–1,056
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Bloomington-NormalTexas Eagle
2. Take the bus from Bloomington/Normal to Des MoinesIndianapolis
2d 10h
$225–720

Tucson to Des Moines by bus

7Weekly Buses

29h 43mAverage Duration

$228Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,169.5 mi
Duration: 6h 25m

What companies run services between Tucson, AZ, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Tucson (TUS) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Broadway/Country Club to Des Moines via Downtown Ronstadt Center, 6th Av/District, 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson, El Paso, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City, On Sw Blvd At 27Th Northbound Nearside, On 12Th At Troost Eastbound, and Kansas City in around 29h 43m.

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