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

The cheapest way to get from Wisconsin to Des Moines is to drive which costs $65 - $95 and takes 6h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wisconsin to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $130 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Wisconsin and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Wisconsin station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Milwaukee Intermodal Station and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Wisconsin to Des Moines?

The distance between Wisconsin and Des Moines is 325 miles. The road distance is 356.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wisconsin to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 9h 55m and costs $75 - $230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Wisconsin to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Wisconsin to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Milwaukee Intermodal Station.

Bus or fly from Wisconsin to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Wisconsin to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 36m and costs $160 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $75 - $230 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Wisconsin to Des Moines bus arrive?

Wisconsin to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wisconsin to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Wisconsin to Des Moines is 357 miles. It takes approximately 6h 21m to drive from Wisconsin to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 231+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Wisconsin to Des Moines - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Wisconsin to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, train, or bus (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 General Mitchell International Airport
best
1. Fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Des Moines (DSM)MKE - DSM
5h 36m
$169–973
Drive 354.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Milwaukee to Des Moines354.8 mi
6h 21m
$65–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Chicago Bus StationGreyhound US0150S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des MoinesChicago
9h 55m
$76–227
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 Departures
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)ORD - DSM
4h 25m
$132–559
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomington
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)MSP - DSM
4h 54m
$145–759
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kenosha to Chicago OTC
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)MDW - DSM
5h 18m
$118–683
Bus via Chicago O'Hare Airport (ORD)
1. Take the bus from Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Station to O'Hare International Airport - Terminal 2 DeparturesWisconsin Coach Lines
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des MoinesGreyhound US0123 / ...
10h 14m
$82–143
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Milwaukee 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
11h 20m
$117–271

Wisconsin to Des Moines by bus

14Weekly Buses

9h 55mAverage Duration

$76Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Wisconsin to Des Moines.

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Distance: 323.6 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

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

United Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Milwaukee Intermodal Station to Des Moines via Chicago in around 9h 55m.

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