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Des Moines to Columbus

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Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Appleton
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$700.62
Plane from Des Moines to Dane
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$700.62

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Appleton
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$420.37
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
6h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$369.42
Plane from Des Moines to Dane
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.02–$394.90

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Appleton
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$636.93
Plane from Des Moines to Dane
Ave. Duration:
3h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$484.07

Land to Air Express

Phone:
(888) 736-9190
Website:
landtoairexpress.com
Bus from Albert Lea, MN to Rochester,
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.59–$16.56

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$108.28
Train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28
Train from Milwaukee to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.83–$82.80

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
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
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

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Des Moines to Albert
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.22–$89.17
Bus from Rochester to Madison
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$114.65

Lamers Bus Lines

Phone:
+1 800-236-1240
Website:
golamers.com/
Bus from Madison to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$19.11

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
Website:
coachusa.com/van-galder-bus-company
Bus from W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St to 250
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$22.93–$45.86

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Columbus is to drive which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 5h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Columbus is to fly and drive which takes 5h 7m and costs $130.43 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Columbus?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Columbus. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Columbus via W Jackson Blvd, after S Clinton St and Madison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 52m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Columbus?

The distance between Des Moines and Columbus is 649 km. The road distance is 521.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Columbus without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 9m and costs $81.52 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from Des Moines to Columbus, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Des Moines to Columbus bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Columbus?

It is currently 18:50 at both, Des Moines and Columbus.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Columbus is 521 km. It takes approximately 5h 31m to drive from Des Moines to Columbus.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 13+ hotels available in Columbus. Prices start at $49.13 per night.
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