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27 h 44 min
2937 km.
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Four ways to Travel from Des Moines to Tacoma

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Cheapest
By car (2 937 km)
27 h 44 min
2937 km.
from $161
Other
Bus, Plane
8 h 15 min
2358 km.
from $266.10
Bus
40 h 9 min
2355 km.
from $613.59
Bus, Train
45 h 26 min
2358 km.
from $368.21

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
8h 21m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$195.65–$815.22
Plane from Des Moines to Portland
Ave. Duration:
7h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$869.57

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
6h 54m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$380.43
Plane from Des Moines to Portland
Ave. Duration:
7h 22m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$271.74–$445.65

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
6h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$706.52
Plane from Des Moines to Portland
Ave. Duration:
6h 16m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$250.00–$815.22

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Portland
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$81.52–$369.57

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Seattle–Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$195.65–$510.87
Plane from Des Moines to Portland
Ave. Duration:
6h 52m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$228.26–$597.83

Allegiant Air

Website:
allegiantair.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Portland
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Thursday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$184.78–$532.61

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Seattle
Ave. Duration:
38h 16m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$141.30–$467.39

Bus operators

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Spokane Station to Seattle
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$86.96
Bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Tacoma
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$13.04–$53.26

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Email:
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis
Ave. Duration:
5h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.39–$103.26
Bus from Minneapolis to Dickinson
Ave. Duration:
9h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$184.78
Bus from Dickinson to Billings
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$119.57
Bus from Billings to Spokane
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$70.65–$184.78
Bus from Des Moines to St.
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.39–$103.26

Sound Transit

Phone:
+1 888-889-6368
Email:
Website:
soundtransit.org
Bus from Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St to Pacific
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.59–$3.10

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Tacoma is to fly and bus which costs $108.70 - $445.65 and takes 8h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Tacoma is to fly which takes 6h 59m and costs $239.13 - $434.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Tacoma?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Tacoma station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Tacoma Dome Station - Zone H via Minneapolis, Dickinson, Billings, Spokane Station and SeaTac Airport Terminal - Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 9m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Tacoma?

The distance between Des Moines and Tacoma is 2395 km. The road distance is 2937.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Tacoma without a car is to bus which takes 40h 9m and costs $250 - $706.52 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Des Moines to Tacoma, including transfers.

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

Des Moines to Tacoma bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Tacoma?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Tacoma is to fly which takes 6h 59m and costs $239.13 - $434.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $706.52 and takes 40h 9m.

Where does the Des Moines to Tacoma bus arrive?

Des Moines to Tacoma bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Tacoma?

Tacoma is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 05:10 in Des Moines and 03:10 in Tacoma.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Tacoma?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Tacoma is 2937 km. It takes approximately 27h 44m to drive from Des Moines to Tacoma.

Where can I stay near Tacoma?

There are 323+ hotels available in Tacoma. Prices start at $42.64 per night.
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