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Six ways to Travel from Tucson to Des Moines

Composite routes from Tucson to Des Moines

Cheapest
23 h 43 min
Car
2467 km.
from $135
Other
29 h 44 min
1852 km.
from $353.26
33 h 56 min
Bus, Train
1852 km.
from $317.70
35 h 42 min
1852 km.
from $559.74
2 d 11 h 17 min
Train, Bus
1852 km.
from $576.09

Transport providers

Bus operators

Omnibus Express

Phone:
+995 322 159 259
Email:
Website:
omnibusexpress.ge/
Bus from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson to El
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$95.68
Bus from El Paso to Denver
Ave. Duration:
9h 57m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$114.81–$165.84

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Phoenix Bus Station to Tulsa
Ave. Duration:
22h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$89.30–$510.27

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Tucson Downtown to Flagstaff
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.79–$95.68

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Denver to Des
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$127.57–$267.89
Bus from Bloomington/Normal to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$140.33

Airport Shuttle of Phoenix

Phone:
+1-480-710-3441
Email:
Website:
airportshuttleofphoenix.com
Bus from Tucson Amtrak Station to Sky
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$159.40

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Email:
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Kansas City to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$43.37–$102.05
Bus from Tulsa to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.75–$121.19

Arizona Shuttle

Phone:
+1 928-350-8466
Website:
arizonashuttle.com
Bus from University of Arizona to Sky
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$48.48–$108.43

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Tucson to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$1,020.55
Plane from Phoenix to Des
Ave. Duration:
2h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.11–$892.98

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Tucson to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.92–$599.57

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Tucson to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.41–$1,020.55
Plane from Phoenix to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 51m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$267.89–$892.98

Frontier Airlines

Website:
flyfrontier.com/
Plane from Tucson to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$82.92–$433.73

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Tucson to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$280.65–$829.20
Plane from Phoenix to Des
Ave. Duration:
2h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$701.63

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Flagstaff to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
23h 27m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$121.19–$408.22
Train from Tucson Amtrak Station to Bloomington-Normal
Ave. Duration:
2d 1h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$191.35–$701.63

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Tucson to Des Moines is to fly which costs $86.96 - $391.30 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tucson to Des Moines is to shuttle and fly which takes 5h 51m and costs $336.96 - $760.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Tucson and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Tucson to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Broadway/Country Club and arriving at Des Moines via Downtown Ronstadt Center, 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson, El Paso and Denver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 44m.

How far is it from Tucson to Des Moines?

The distance between Tucson and Des Moines is 1885 km. The road distance is 2465.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Tucson to Des Moines without a car is to bus via Denver which takes 29h 44m and costs $260.87 - $456.52 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Tucson to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Tucson to Des Moines bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from 4207 S 6th Ave - Tucson station.

Bus or fly from Tucson to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Tucson to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 46m and costs $86.96 - $391.30 . Alternatively, you can bus via Denver, which costs $260.87 - $456.52 and takes 29h 44m.

Where does the Tucson to Des Moines bus arrive?

Tucson to Des Moines bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at El Paso station.

What is the time difference between Tucson and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of Tucson. It is currently 04:53 in Tucson and 05:53 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Tucson to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Tucson to Des Moines is 2465 km. It takes approximately 24h 7m to drive from Tucson to Des Moines.

Which airlines fly from Tucson Airport to Des Moines Airport?

Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines and two other airlines offer flights from Tucson Airport to Des Moines Airport.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 210+ hotels available in Des Moines. Prices start at $35.37 per night.
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