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Des Moines to Great Lakes

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5 h 55 min
568 km.
from $31
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Seven ways to Travel from Des Moines to Great Lakes

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Cheapest
By car (568 km)
5 h 55 min
568 km.
from $31
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Plane to Great Lakes (Chicago Midway International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 55 min
568 km.
from $7.41
Plane, Train
4 h 14 min
482 km.
from $261.20
Bus, Train (Bus)
11 h 19 min
481 km.
from $91.02
Bus, Train (Bus)
8 h 4 min
481 km.
from $112.73
Bus, Train (Bus)
10 h 46 min
481 km.
from $140.92

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$382.16

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$305.73

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Clybourn to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$1.66–$3.69
Train from Chicago OTC to Great
Ave. Duration:
1h 11m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.95–$8.92

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$229.29

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$166.94
Bus from Des Moines to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.13–$95.54
Bus from Burlington to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$54.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes is to drive which costs $59.78 - $92.39 and takes 5h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes is to fly and train which takes 4h 14m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

How far is it from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

The distance between Des Moines and Great Lakes is 559 km. The road distance is 568.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 4m and costs $70.65 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Great Lakes is 569 km. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Des Moines to Great Lakes.

Where can I stay near Great Lakes?

There are 99+ hotels available in Great Lakes. Prices start at $44.21 per night.
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