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Des Moines to Ann Arbor

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896 km.
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Ten ways to Travel from Des Moines to Ann Arbor

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Cheapest
By car (896 km)
9 h 13 min
896 km.
from $49
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Plane to Ann Arbor
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Other
Rideshare
9 h 13 min
896 km.
from $11.69
Bus, Plane (Fly to Detroit)
3 h 58 min
818 km.
from $247.72
Bus via Des Moines
15 h 40 min
818 km.
from $133.37
Bus, Train (Bus)
11 h 33 min
818 km.
from $157.25
Bus, Train (Bus)
14 h 9 min
818 km.
from $187.66
Bus, Plane (Fly to Capital Region International Airport)
7 h 12 min
818 km.
from $343.65
Bus
12 h 25 min
818 km.
from $220.17
Bus, Train (Bus)
14 h 48 min
818 km.
from $135.54

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$700.62
Plane from Des Moines to Capital
Ave. Duration:
5h 24m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$955.39

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$394.90
Plane from Des Moines to Capital
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$535.02

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Detroit
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Ann
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$33.12–$140.12
Train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Ann
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$152.86
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$229.29

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Ann
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.48–$89.17

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

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.01–$38.22

Michigan Flyer

Phone:
+1 517-333-0400
Email:
Website:
michiganflyer.com/
Bus from Detroit Metro Airport to Ann
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$8.28–$19.11
Bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$10.19–$29.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Ann Arbor?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Ann Arbor is to drive which costs $97.83 - $152.17 and takes 9h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Ann Arbor?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Ann Arbor is to fly and bus which takes 3h 58m and costs $130.43 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Ann Arbor?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Ann Arbor. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Ann Arbor via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Ann Arbor?

The distance between Des Moines and Ann Arbor is 921 km. The road distance is 896.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Ann Arbor without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 33m and costs $92.39 - $271.74 .

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Ann Arbor?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Des Moines to Ann Arbor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Ann Arbor bus from?

Des Moines to Ann Arbor bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Where does the Des Moines to Ann Arbor bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Ann Arbor?

Ann Arbor is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 03:19 in Des Moines and 04:19 in Ann Arbor.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Ann Arbor?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Ann Arbor is 896 km. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Des Moines to Ann Arbor.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Ann Arbor?

Book your Des Moines to Ann Arbor bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Ann Arbor?

There are 108+ hotels available in Ann Arbor. Prices start at $47.32 per night.
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