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Ottawa, Canada → Des Moines, United States of America

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Ten ways to Travel from Ottawa to Des Moines

Composite routes from Ottawa to Des Moines

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Transport providers

Airlines

Air Canada

Website:
aircanada.com
Plane from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$826.97
Plane from Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$826.97

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$890.58

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$368.96

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$826.97
Plane from Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$190.84–$826.97
Plane from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
12h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.12–$763.36
Plane from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Mason
Ave. Duration:
7h 48m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$178.12–$763.36

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Dearborn to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 48m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$35.62–$139.95
Train from Buffalo Depew Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
10h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$58.52–$203.56

VIA Rail

Phone:
+1 888 842-7245
Website:
viarail.ca/en
Train from Ottawa to Toronto
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$45.80–$108.14
Train from Toronto Union Station to Windsor
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$38.17–$101.78
Train from Ottawa to Dorval
Ave. Duration:
1h 37m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.90–$95.42
Train from Toronto Union Station to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$95.42

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Detroit Bus Station to Kalamazoo
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$108.14
Bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Gary
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.91–$95.42
Bus from Gary Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.26–$203.56
Bus from Detroit Bus Station to Gary
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.08–$152.67
Bus from South Bend, IN to Gary,
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.58–$76.34
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$216.28

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ottawa to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
13h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$48.35–$152.67

Miller Transportation

Phone:
+1 800-544-2383
Website:
ridewithmiller.com
Bus from Detroit Bus Station to Kalamazoo
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.17–$45.80
Bus from Detroit, MI to South
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$62.34–$178.12

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Mason City to Des
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.81–$76.34

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from South Bend, IN to Gary,
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.36–$41.98

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Ottawa to Des Moines is to bus which costs $81.52 - $434.78 and takes 28h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ottawa to Des Moines is to fly which takes 8h 7m and costs $173.91 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Ottawa and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Ottawa to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Ottawa and arriving at Des Moines via Detroit Bus Station and Gary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 45m.

How far is it from Ottawa to Des Moines?

The distance between Ottawa and Des Moines is 1532 km. The road distance is 1779 km.

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

The best way to get from Ottawa to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 28h 45m and costs $81.52 - $434.78 .

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

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Ottawa to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Ottawa to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Ottawa station.

Bus or fly from Ottawa to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Ottawa to Des Moines is to fly which takes 8h 7m and costs $173.91 - $760.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $81.52 - $434.78 and takes 28h 45m.

Where does the Ottawa to Des Moines bus arrive?

Ottawa to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Detroit Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Ottawa and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Ottawa. It is currently 01:49 in Ottawa and 00:49 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Ottawa to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Ottawa to Des Moines is 1779 km. It takes approximately 18h 45m to drive from Ottawa to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 211+ hotels available in Des Moines. Prices start at $34.27 per night.
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