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

The cheapest way to get from Utica to Des Moines is to drive which costs $190 - $280 and takes 17h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Utica to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 7h and costs $270 - $1,400.

Is there a direct bus between Utica and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Utica to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Utica and arriving at Des Moines via Syracuse Bus Station, Buffalo, Cleveland Bus Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 59m.

How far is it from Utica to Des Moines?

The distance between Utica and Des Moines is 966 miles. The road distance is 1045.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Utica to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 22h 41m and costs $180 - $380.

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Utica to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Utica to Des Moines bus services, operated by Trailways, depart from Utica station.

Where does the Utica to Des Moines bus arrive?

Utica to Des Moines bus services, operated by Trailways, arrive at Syracuse station.

What is the time difference between Utica and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Utica. It is currently 7:20 AM in Utica and 6:20 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Utica to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Utica to Des Moines is 1045 miles. It takes approximately 17h 24m to drive from Utica to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 240+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

Bus to Syracuse Hancock International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Utica, NY to Syracuse Airport, NY
2. Fly from Syracuse Hancock International Airport (SYR) to Des Moines (DSM)SYR - DSM
7h
$277–1,372
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Utica to Syracuse254
2. Take the bus from Syracuse Bus Station to Buffalo
3. Take the bus from Buffalo to Cleveland Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Cleveland Bus Station to Chicago Bus Station
5. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moines
25h 59m
$149–415
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Utica Amtrak Station to Chicago Union StationLake Shore Limited
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
22h 41m
$180–380
Drive 1,039.4 mi
1. Drive from Utica to Des Moines1,039.4 mi
17h 24m
$190–274
Train to Albany County Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Utica Amtrak Station to Schenectady
2. Fly from Albany County Airport (ALB) to Des Moines (DSM)ALB - DSM
9h 9m
$260–1,206
Bus, bus to Rochester, fly
1. Take the bus from Utica to Syracuse
2. Take the bus from Syracuse, NY to Rochester, NY
3. Fly from Rochester (ROC) to Des Moines (DSM)ROC - DSM
9h 40m
$232–1,067
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Utica Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Station
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Station
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Burlington
4. Take the bus from Burlington to Des Moines
24h 13m
$220–435

Utica to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

14Weekly Services

22h 41mAverage Duration

$180Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Utica to Des Moines.

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Distance: 960.4 mi
Duration: 7h

What companies run services between Utica, NY, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Utica to Des Moines via Syracuse Bus Station, Buffalo, Cleveland Bus Station, and Chicago in around 25h 59m.

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