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Des Moines to Traverse City

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10 h 30 min
1020 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Des Moines to Traverse City

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Cheapest
By car (1 020 km)
10 h 30 min
1020 km.
from $56
Other
Rideshare
10 h 30 min
1020 km.
from $13.30
Bus, Train (Bus)
19 h 58 min
735 km.
from $192.83
Bus, Train (Bus)
15 h 45 min
735 km.
from $231.24
Bus, Plane
9 h 26 min
735 km.
from $319.95
Plane
8 h 17 min
735 km.
from $371.77
Bus
16 h 40 min
735 km.
from $269.67
Bus, Train (Bus)
18 h 59 min
735 km.
from $243.50

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$955.39

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$484.07
Plane from Des Moines to Pellston
Ave. Duration:
7h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$407.64

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.51–$955.39
Plane from Des Moines to Pellston
Ave. Duration:
7h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$828.01
Plane from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
5h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$700.62

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Kalamazoo
Ave. Duration:
2h 6m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$101.91
Train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$108.28
Train from Chicago Union Station to Grand
Ave. Duration:
4h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$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–$108.28
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$216.56

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–$161.77
Bus from Des Moines to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$89.17
Bus from Burlington to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$53.50

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Kalamazoo, MI to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$114.65
Bus from Pellston, MI to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
2h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$49.68
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Traverse
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.75–$89.17

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Traverse City?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Traverse City is to drive which costs $108.70 - $163.04 and takes 10h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Traverse City?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Traverse City is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $184.78 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Traverse City?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Traverse City. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Traverse City, MI via Chicago Bus Station and Kalamazoo, MI. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 40m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Traverse City?

The distance between Des Moines and Traverse City is 767 km. The road distance is 1020.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Traverse City without a car is to bus and train which takes 15h 45m and costs $108.70 - $326.09 .

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Traverse City?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Des Moines to Traverse City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Traverse City bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Traverse City?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Traverse City is to fly which takes 5h 29m and costs $184.78 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $103.26 - $336.96 and takes 16h 40m.

Where does the Des Moines to Traverse City bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Traverse City?

Traverse City is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 03:39 in Des Moines and 04:39 in Traverse City.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Traverse City?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Traverse City is 1021 km. It takes approximately 10h 37m to drive from Des Moines to Traverse City.

Where can I stay near Traverse City?

There are 487+ hotels available in Traverse City. Prices start at $54.41 per night.
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