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Eight ways to Travel from Des Moines to Athens

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Cheapest
By car (1 539 km)
16 h 36 min
1539 km.
from $84
Other
Rideshare
16 h 36 min
1539 km.
from $20.07
Bus, Plane (Fly to Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport)
5 h 6 min
1235 km.
from $334.67
Bus (Bus #2)
28 h 7 min
1233 km.
from $378.23
Bus via St. Louis
24 h 47 min
1234 km.
from $272.33
Bus, Plane (Fly to Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field)
7 h 58 min
1235 km.
from $433.59
Bus, Train
24 h 53 min
1234 km.
from $229.72
Bus (Bus)
25 h 55 min
1233 km.
from $375.59

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
4h 34m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$706.52
Plane from Des Moines to Augusta
Ave. Duration:
6h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$923.91

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$380.43
Plane from Des Moines to Augusta
Ave. Duration:
5h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$500.00

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$206.52–$706.52

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Hartsfield–Jackson
Ave. Duration:
3h 57m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$163.04–$489.13

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Kansas City to St.
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$31.52–$119.57

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$48.91–$293.48
Bus from Des Moines to Gary
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.09–$184.78
Bus from Gary Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
15h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$46.74–$282.61

Groome Transportation

Phone:
+1 (334) 821-3399
Email:
Website:
groometransportation.com
Bus from Atlanta Airport to Best
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$42.39–$59.78
Bus from Atlanta Airport to Hotel
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$42.39–$59.78

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
10h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$44.57–$141.30
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
14h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$173.91

Southeastern Stages

Phone:
+1 404-591-2750
Email:
Website:
southeasternstages.com
Bus from Atlanta to Athens,
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$34.78
Bus from Augusta to Athens,
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.35–$41.30

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Mt.
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$70.65
Bus from Mt. Pleasant to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$125.78
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$65.22–$142.45

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Email:
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Des Moines to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.96–$92.39

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Athens is to drive which costs $163.04 - $250 and takes 16h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Athens is to fly and bus which takes 5h 6m and costs $195.65 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Athens?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Athens. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Athens, GA via Chicago Bus Station and Atlanta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 55m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Athens?

The distance between Des Moines and Athens is 1332 km. The road distance is 1539.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Athens without a car is to bus via St. Louis which takes 24h 47m and costs $173.91 - $413.04 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 6m to get from Des Moines to Athens, including transfers.

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

Des Moines to Athens bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Where does the Des Moines to Athens bus arrive?

Des Moines to Athens bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Athens?

Athens is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 18:50 in Des Moines and 19:50 in Athens.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Athens?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Athens is 1539 km. It takes approximately 16h 36m to drive from Des Moines to Athens.

Where can I stay near Athens?

There are 115+ hotels available in Athens. Prices start at $37.05 per night.
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