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Seven ways to Travel from Des Moines to Charleston

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Cheapest
By car (1 930 km)
19 h 58 min
1930 km.
from $106
Other
Rideshare
19 h 58 min
1930 km.
from $25.17
Bus (Bus #2)
35 h 7 min
1554 km.
from $442.27
Bus via St. Louis
31 h 47 min
1554 km.
from $297.70
Bus, Train
38 h 28 min
1554 km.
from $358.17
Bus, Plane
6 h 44 min
1555 km.
from $421.03
Bus (Bus)
33 h 47 min
1554 km.
from $473.54

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Charleston
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$764.32
Plane from Des Moines to Hilton
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$305.73–$1,401.25

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Charleston
Ave. Duration:
4h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$407.64
Plane from Des Moines to Hilton
Ave. Duration:
4h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$305.73–$611.45

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Charleston
Ave. Duration:
4h 59m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$764.32
Plane from Des Moines to Hilton
Ave. Duration:
6h 1m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$369.42–$1,210.17

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Des Moines to Charleston
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Saturday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$573.24

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
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 Petersburg
Ave. Duration:
20h 56m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$89.17–$305.73
Train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Charleston
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.59–$165.60

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
16h 15m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$56.05–$343.94
Bus from Des Moines to Gary
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$203.82
Bus from Gary Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
15h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$53.50–$331.20

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
10h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$165.60
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
14h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$203.82

Southeastern Stages

Phone:
+1 404-591-2750
Email:
Website:
southeasternstages.com
Bus from Atlanta to Charleston,
Ave. Duration:
8h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$101.91–$127.39

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Des Moines to Mt.
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$42.04–$82.80
Bus from Mt. Pleasant to St
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$61.15–$142.85
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
Bus from Des Moines to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$161.77

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Charleston is to drive which costs $206.52 - $304.35 and takes 20h.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Charleston is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $184.78 - $369.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Charleston?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Charleston. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Transit Mall via Mt. Pleasant, St Louis Bus Station, Atlanta and Dorchester Rd / South Allen Dr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 47m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Charleston?

The distance between Des Moines and Charleston is 1571 km. The road distance is 1931.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Charleston without a car is to bus via St. Louis which takes 31h 47m and costs $217.39 - $456.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Des Moines to Charleston, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Charleston?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Charleston is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs $184.78 - $369.57 . Alternatively, you can bus via St. Louis, which costs $217.39 - $456.52 and takes 31h 47m.

Where does the Des Moines to Charleston bus arrive?

Des Moines to Charleston bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Mt. Pleasant station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Charleston?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Charleston?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Charleston is 1932 km. It takes approximately 20h to drive from Des Moines to Charleston.

Where can I stay near Charleston?

There are 1668+ hotels available in Charleston. Prices start at $47.74 per night.
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