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

The cheapest way to get from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 47m and costs $150 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Wisconsin Rapids and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Wisconsin Rapids Lamers and arriving at Des Moines via La Crosse and St. Paul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines?

The distance between Wisconsin Rapids and Des Moines is 344 miles. The road distance is 333.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines without a car is to taxi and train and bus which takes 10h 45m and costs $230 - $360.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m to get from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines bus from?

Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, depart from Wisconsin Rapids Lamers station.

Where does the Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines bus arrive?

Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines bus services, operated by Lamers Bus Lines, arrive at La Crosse Grand River Station.

Can I drive from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines is 334 miles. It takes approximately 6h 53m to drive from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 256+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, taxi, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines by taxi, plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Taxi to Central Wisconsin Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Wisconsin Rapids to Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA)taxi
2. Fly from Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane CWA - DSM
4h 47m
$152–624
Drive 331.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moinescar 331.7 mi
6h 53m
$61–88
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Wisconsin Rapids to Tomah Amtraktaxi
2. Take the train from Tomah Amtrak to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
3. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus
10h 45m
$235–351
Drive to Rhinelander, fly
1. Drive from Wisconsin Rapids to Rhinelander (RHI)car
2. Fly from Rhinelander (RHI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane RHI - DSM
5h 17m
$126–648
Bus to Appleton International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Wisconsin Rapids Lamers to Appleton Valley Transitbus
2. Fly from Appleton International Airport (ATW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ATW - DSM
7h 52m
$156–674
Bus
1. Take the bus from Wisconsin Rapids Lamers to La Crosse Grand River Stationbus
2. Take the bus from La Crosse to St. Paulbus
3. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus
12h 30m
$135–190
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Wisconsin Rapids Lamers to La Crosse Grand River Stationbus
2. Take the bus from La Crosse to St. Paulbus
3. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus
13h 5m
$105–170

Central Wisconsin Airport (CWA) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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6h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 342.2 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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

You can take a vehicle from Wisconsin Rapids to Des Moines via Wisconsin Rapids Lamers, La Crosse, and St. Paul in around 12h 30m.

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