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15 h 23 min
1478 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Des Moines to Rochester

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Cheapest
By car (1 478 km)
15 h 23 min
1478 km.
from $81
Other
Rideshare
15 h 23 min
1478 km.
from $19.28
Bus, Train (Bus)
22 h 4 min
1321 km.
from $184.46
Bus, Train (Bus)
18 h 49 min
1321 km.
from $206.16
Bus
21 h 20 min
1320 km.
from $362.87
Bus, Plane
7 h 43 min
1321 km.
from $355.12
Bus, Train (Bus)
21 h 25 min
1321 km.
from $236.58

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
4h 39m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$828.01
Plane from Des Moines to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$955.39

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
4h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$445.85
Plane from Des Moines to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$522.28

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$828.01
Plane from Des Moines to Buffalo
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$955.39

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$229.29
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 Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
7h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$203.82
Bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$140.12
Bus from Buffalo to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.11–$82.80
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 Cleveland, OH to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.38–$76.43
Bus from Buffalo to Rochester
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$48.41

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

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Email:
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cleveland
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.49–$95.54
Bus from Cleveland, OH to Buffalo,
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$70.06

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from Buffalo, Ny to Rochester,
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$52.23

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Rochester is to bus and train via Des Moines which costs $81.52 - $391.30 and takes 22h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $163.04 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Rochester?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Rochester. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Rochester Bus Stop via Chicago Bus Station, Cleveland, OH and Buffalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 20m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Rochester?

The distance between Des Moines and Rochester is 1342 km. The road distance is 1478.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Rochester without a car is to bus and train which takes 18h 49m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Des Moines to Rochester, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Rochester?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Rochester is to fly which takes 4h 54m and costs $163.04 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $510.87 and takes 21h 20m.

Where does the Des Moines to Rochester bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Rochester?

Rochester is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 18:51 in Des Moines and 19:51 in Rochester.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Rochester?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Rochester is 1479 km. It takes approximately 15h 23m to drive from Des Moines to Rochester.

Where can I stay near Rochester?

There are 178+ hotels available in Rochester. Prices start at $43.42 per night.
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