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18 h 9 min
1752 km.
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Eight ways to Travel from Columbia to Des Moines

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Cheapest
By car (1 752 km)
18 h 9 min
1752 km.
from $96
Other
Rideshare
18 h 9 min
1752 km.
from $22.85
Train, bus via Des Moines, Train, bus via Des Moines
40 h 26 min
1388 km.
from $275.80
Bus
25 h 31 min
1388 km.
from $438.70
Train, Bus
37 h 51 min
1388 km.
from $407
Bus, Plane (Bus to Charlotte Douglas International Airport)
6 h 12 min
1387 km.
from $327.20
Bus, Plane (Bus to Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field)
8 h 20 min
1387 km.
from $397.61
Train, bus via Galesburg
39 h 23 min
1388 km.
from $327.98

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Columbia Regional Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.25–$1,210.17
Plane from Columbia to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 29m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$955.39
Plane from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$764.32
Plane from Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$1,019.09

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Columbia to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$484.07
Plane from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$394.90
Plane from Augusta Regional Airport At Bush Field to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$509.54

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Columbia to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$292.99–$955.39
Plane from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$764.32

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Jefferson City Amtrak Station to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
3h 15m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$108.28
Train from Columbia Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
29h 32m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$121.02–$407.64
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.66–$108.28

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Columbia to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$101.91
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.85–$216.56

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Atlanta Bus Station to St
Ave. Duration:
10h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$50.95–$165.60

Southeastern Stages

Phone:
+1 404-591-2750
Email:
Website:
southeasternstages.com
Bus from Columbia to Atlanta
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$114.65
Bus from Columbia to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$33.12–$108.28

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Bowling Green to Mt.
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.41–$95.54
Bus from Mt. Pleasant to Des
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$43.31–$82.80
Bus from St Louis to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.32–$141.04
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$89.17
Bus from Chicago to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$62.42–$178.34
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.02–$53.50

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:
$43.31–$101.91

Wonder Bus Inc

Website:
gotobus.com/wonder-bus-inc/
Bus from Columbia, SC to North
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$11.46

OATS Transit

Phone:
+1-888-875-6287
Website:
oatstransit.org
Bus from Columbia to Bowling
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$4.59–$6.37

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Columbia to Des Moines is to drive which costs $43.48 - $65.22 and takes 4h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Columbia to Des Moines is to drive which takes 4h 38m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Columbia and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Columbia to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Columbia and arriving at Des Moines via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Columbia to Des Moines?

The distance between Columbia and Des Moines is 520 km. The road distance is 390 km.

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

The best way to get from Columbia to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $44.57 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Columbia to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Columbia to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Columbia station.

Bus or fly from Columbia to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Columbia to Des Moines is to bus which takes 6h 45m and costs $44.57 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $282.61 - $1086.96 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Columbia to Des Moines bus arrive?

Columbia to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Columbia to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Columbia to Des Moines is 390 km. It takes approximately 4h 38m to drive from Columbia to Des Moines.

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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