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

The cheapest way to get from Willmar to Des Moines is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Willmar to Des Moines is to drive which takes 5h 53m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Willmar and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Willmar to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Willmar and arriving at Des Moines via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 10m.

How far is it from Willmar to Des Moines?

The distance between Willmar and Des Moines is 397 miles. The road distance is 300.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Willmar to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 9h 10m and costs $35 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 9h 10m to get from Willmar to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Willmar to Des Moines bus arrive?

Willmar to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Willmar to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Willmar to Des Moines is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Willmar to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Willmar to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Willmar to Des Moines by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Willmar to Minneapolisbus Jefferson 926
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
9h 10m
$36–182
Drive 299.1 mi
1. Drive from Willmar to Des Moinescar 299.1 mi
5h 53m
$55–79
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Willmar to Minneapolisbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
6h 18m
$83–467
Bus, bus to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Willmar to St. Cloudbus
2. Take the bus from St. Cloud to Brainerdbus
3. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BRD - DSM
10h 9m
$95–459

Willmar to Des Moines by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 10mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 395.2 mi
Duration: 9h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Willmar to Des Moines via Minneapolis in around 9h 10m.

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