What is the cheapest way to get from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines is to drive which takes 5h 45m and costs $50 - $80.

How far is it from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines?

The distance between Wisconsin Dells and Des Moines is 483 miles. The road distance is 296.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 9h 58m and costs $130 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 9h 58m to get from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines is 297 miles. It takes approximately 5h 45m to drive from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 514+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines by bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, bus, plane, or train

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 Wisconsin Dells to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus FlixBus 2548
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
9h 58m
$139–192
Drive 295.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moinescar 295.1 mi
5h 45m
$54–78
Bus to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, fly
1. Take the bus from Wisconsin Dells to Madisonbus
2. Fly from Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSN - DSM
6h 26m
$221–1,180
Train, bus via Minneapolis
1. Take the train from Wisconsin Dells Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
10h 58m
$125–220
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Wisconsin Dells Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
11h 26m
$102–224
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Wisconsin Dells Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 803
11h 40m
$125–220
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Wisconsin Dells Station to Glenview Amtrak Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
7h 10m
$148–683
Train to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Wisconsin Dells Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
7h 18m
$177–901
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Wisconsin Dells Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
7h 18m
$181–940

Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines by train and bus

14Weekly Services

10h 58mAverage Duration

$125Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines.

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Distance: 479.7 mi
Duration: 9h 58m

What companies run services between Wisconsin Dells, WI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Wisconsin Dells to Des Moines via Wisconsin Dells and Minneapolis in around 9h 58m.

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