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Seven ways to Travel from Des Moines to Columbus

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Cheapest
By car (1 765 km)
18 h 4 min
1765 km.
from $97
Other
Rideshare
18 h 4 min
1765 km.
from $23.02
Bus (Bus #2)
17 h 39 min
910 km.
from $184.93
Bus via Indianapolis
14 h 14 min
910 km.
from $148.78
Plane
6 h 55 min
910 km.
from $350.57
Bus (Bus)
15 h 10 min
910 km.
from $228.70
Bus, Train
17 h 59 min
910 km.
from $219.18

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$891.70
Plane from Des Moines to Golden
Ave. Duration:
8h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$760.87
Plane from Des Moines to Appleton
Ave. Duration:
4h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.17–$652.17
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$597.83
Plane from Des Moines to Dane
Ave. Duration:
5h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$597.83

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$484.07
Plane from Des Moines to Golden
Ave. Duration:
9h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$402.17
Plane from Des Moines to Appleton
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$358.70
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
6h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$315.22
Plane from Des Moines to Dane
Ave. Duration:
5h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$336.96

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$891.70
Plane from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport to John
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$611.45
Plane from Des Moines to Appleton
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$652.17
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$543.48
Plane from Des Moines to Dane
Ave. Duration:
3h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to John
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$624.19
Plane from Des Moines to General
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$413.04

Land to Air Express

Phone:
(888) 736-9190
Email:
Website:
landtoairexpress.com
Bus from Albert Lea, MN to Rochester,
Ave. Duration:
1h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$3.91–$14.13

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
Train from Chicago Union Station to Toledo
Ave. Duration:
3h 59m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$127.39
Train from Chicago Union Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$92.39
Train from Milwaukee to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$9.24–$70.65

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Indianapolis Bus Station to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$127.39
Bus from Des Moines to Gary
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.57–$216.56
Bus from Toledo Bus Stop to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.83–$108.28
Bus from Memphis Bus Station to Tupelo
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.52–$81.52
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Memphis
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$173.91
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.26–$195.65

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indianapolis to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$19.11–$76.43

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$95.54–$191.08
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
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
Bus from Kansas City to Memphis
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$70.65–$184.78
Bus from Des Moines to Albert
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$32.61–$76.09
Bus from Rochester to Madison
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$97.83

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Email:
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Gary, IN to N
Ave. Duration:
6h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$34.39–$89.17

Lamers Bus Lines

Phone:
+1 800-236-1240
Website:
golamers.com/
Bus from Madison to Columbus
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$13.04–$16.30

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
Email:
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:
$19.57–$39.13

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 bus which costs $54.35 - $260.87 and takes 17h 39m.

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 which takes 4h 42m and costs $163.04 - $434.78 .

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 Indianapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 14m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Columbus?

The distance between Des Moines and Columbus is 954 km. The road distance is 1036.3 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 via Indianapolis which takes 14h 14m and costs $97.83 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m 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.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Columbus?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Columbus is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $163.04 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Indianapolis, which costs $97.83 - $228.26 and takes 14h 14m.

Where does the Des Moines to Columbus bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Columbus?

Columbus is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 22:54 in Des Moines and 23:54 in Columbus.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Columbus?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Columbus is 1036 km. It takes approximately 10h 37m to drive from Des Moines to Columbus.

Where can I stay near Columbus?

There are 489+ hotels available in Columbus. Prices start at $48.62 per night.
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