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Des Moines to Grand Rapids

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9 h 21 min
887 km.
from $48
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Nine ways to Travel from Des Moines to Grand Rapids

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Cheapest
By car (887 km)
9 h 21 min
887 km.
from $48
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Plane to Grand Rapids
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Other
Rideshare
9 h 21 min
887 km.
from $11.57
Bus, Train (Bus)
14 h 38 min
669 km.
from $125.76
Bus, Train (Bus)
11 h 23 min
669 km.
from $147.47
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 59 min
669 km.
from $177.88
Bus, Plane (Fly to Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport)
7 h 33 min
670 km.
from $294.85
Bus, Plane (Fly to Capital Region International Airport)
7 h 37 min
670 km.
from $362.13
Bus
12 h 20 min
669 km.
from $219.62

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Gerald
Ave. Duration:
4h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$636.93
Plane from Des Moines to Kalamazoo-Battle
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32
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 Gerald
Ave. Duration:
5h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$369.42
Plane from Des Moines to Kalamazoo-Battle
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$445.85
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 Gerald
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$636.93

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Grand
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$114.65
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 Kalamazoo
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$114.65
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
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 Kalamazoo, MI to Grand
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$29.30
Bus from East Lansing, MI to Grand
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$43.31

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Grand Rapids?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Grand Rapids is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Grand Rapids?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Grand Rapids is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Grand Rapids?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Grand Rapids. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Grand Rapids, MI via Chicago Bus Station and Kalamazoo, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

Is there a direct flight between Des Moines and Grand Rapids?

There are no direct flights between Des Moines and Grand Rapids. The fastest has 1 change and takes 3h 13m and costs $108.70 - $315.22 .

How far is it from Des Moines to Grand Rapids?

The distance between Des Moines and Grand Rapids is 718 km. The road distance is 793.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Grand Rapids without a car is to bus and train which takes 11h 23m and costs $86.96 - $250 .

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Grand Rapids?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Des Moines to Grand Rapids, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Grand Rapids bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Grand Rapids?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Grand Rapids is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs $119.57 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $86.96 - $271.74 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Des Moines to Grand Rapids bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Grand Rapids?

Grand Rapids is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 13:20 in Des Moines and 14:20 in Grand Rapids.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Grand Rapids?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Grand Rapids is 793 km. It takes approximately 8h 10m to drive from Des Moines to Grand Rapids.

Where can I stay near Grand Rapids?

There are 157+ hotels available in Grand Rapids. Prices start at $49.26 per night.
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