How to Travel from
Des Moines to Washington
by Route or Car
Eight ways to Travel from Des Moines to Washington
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (2 769 km)
26 h 18 min
2769 km.
from $152
Other
Bus via Des Moines (Greyhound)
29 h
1434 km.
from $222.50
Bus, Train (Bus)
24 h 31 min
1434 km.
from $237.68
Bus
25 h 45 min
1434 km.
from $354.96
Bus, Plane (Fly to Washington Dulles International Airport)
5 h 22 min
1435 km.
from $264.57
Bus, Plane (Fly to Baltimore-Washington International Airport)
5 h 18 min
1435 km.
from $284.46
Bus, Train (Bus)
27 h 6 min
1434 km.
from $268.10
Bus, Train (Bus)
27 h 59 min
1434 km.
from $211.63
Transport providers
Airlines
American Airlines
Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
2h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$700.62
Plane from Des Moines to Washington
Ave. Duration:
7h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32
Plane from Des Moines to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32
Delta
Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
4h 21m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$152.86–$382.16
Plane from Des Moines to Washington
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$407.64
Plane from Des Moines to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$407.64
United Airlines
Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
4h 44m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Des Moines to Washington
Ave. Duration:
5h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62
Plane from Des Moines to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
4h 43m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$700.62
Southwest Airlines
Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Ronald
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$496.81
Plane from Des Moines to Baltimore-Washington
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$178.34–$535.02
Train operators
Amtrak
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Rockville
Ave. Duration:
16h 36m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$280.25
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$70.06
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 Washington
Ave. Duration:
17h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$82.80–$280.25
Amtrak Northeast Regional
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$16.56–$242.03
Amtrak Acela
Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
24 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$382.16
Maryland Transit
Phone:
1-866-743-3682
Website:
mta.maryland.gov
Train from BWI Thurgood Marshall to Washington
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$2.29–$10.19
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Washington Dulles International Airport Metrorail Station, Silver Line Center Platform to Mcpherson
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.46–$7.01
Bus operators
Greyhound USA
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
18h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$62.42–$382.16
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$229.29
Burlington Trailways
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
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Washington?
The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Washington is to bus and train which costs $97.83 - $434.78 and takes 27h 59m.
What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Washington?
The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Washington is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $141.30 - $358.70 .
Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Washington?
No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Washington station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Washington Union Station via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 45m.
How far is it from Des Moines to Washington?
The distance between Des Moines and Washington is 1457 km. The road distance is 1630.9 km.
How do I travel from Des Moines to Washington without a car?
The best way to get from Des Moines to Washington without a car is to bus and train which takes 24h 31m and costs $130.43 - $391.30 .
How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Washington?
It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Des Moines to Washington, including transfers.
Where do I catch the Des Moines to Washington bus from?
Des Moines to Washington bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.
Bus or fly from Des Moines to Washington?
The best way to get from Des Moines to Washington is to fly which takes 2h 50m and costs $141.30 - $358.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $478.26 and takes 25h 45m.
Where does the Des Moines to Washington bus arrive?
Des Moines to Washington bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.
What is the time difference between Des Moines and Washington?
Washington is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 05:11 in Des Moines and 06:11 in Washington.
Can I drive from Des Moines to Washington?
Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Washington is 1631 km. It takes approximately 16h 51m to drive from Des Moines to Washington.
How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Washington?
Book your Des Moines to Washington bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.
Where can I stay near Washington?
There are 1463+ hotels available in Washington. Prices start at $62.54 per night.
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