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Two ways to Travel from Des Moines to Rock Island

Composite routes from Des Moines to Rock Island

Cheapest
2 h 48 min
Car
268 km.
from $14
Other
2 h 48 min
Rideshare
268 km.
from $10.20

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Quad
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$891.70
Plane from Des Moines to The
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$891.70

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Quad
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$305.73–$522.28
Plane from Des Moines to The
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$433.11

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Quad
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$828.01
Plane from Des Moines to The
Ave. Duration:
6h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$305.73–$1,019.09

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Des Moines to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$121.02

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$47.13–$95.54
Bus from Cedar Rapids Airport to Davenport
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$62.42

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island is to drive which costs $28.26 - $42.39 and takes 2h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $28.26 - $42.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Rock Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Des Moines and arriving at Davenport. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The distance between Des Moines and Rock Island is 287 km. The road distance is 268.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island without a car is to bus which takes 4h and costs $10.87 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The bus from Des Moines to Davenport takes 4h including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Rock Island bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island is to bus which takes 4h and costs $10.87 - $103.26 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $271.74 - $467.39 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Des Moines to Rock Island bus arrive?

Des Moines to Rock Island bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Davenport station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Rock Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Rock Island is 268 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Des Moines to Rock Island.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Rock Island?

Book your Des Moines to Rock Island bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Rock Island?

There are 96+ hotels available in Rock Island. Prices start at $50.17 per night.
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