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Des Plaines to Des Moines

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5 h 29 min
530 km.
from $29
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Six ways to Travel from Des Plaines to Des Moines

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Cheapest
By car (530 km)
5 h 29 min
530 km.
from $29
Fastest
Plane from Des Plaines (Chicago Midway International Airport)
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Other
Rideshare
5 h 29 min
530 km.
from $6.91
Train, Bus
9 h 28 min
476 km.
from $169.24
Bus, Plane
4 h 24 min
475 km.
from $320.12
Train, bus via Burlington, Train, bus via Burlington
10 h 36 min
476 km.
from $141.83

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$382.16

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$305.73
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$573.24

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville
Ave. Duration:
33 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$70.06
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Chicago Union Station to Naperville
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.82–$8.92

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

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

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Naperville Amtrak Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.69–$178.34
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$54.78
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.13–$95.54

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Des Plaines to Des Moines is to drive which costs $54.35 - $86.96 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Plaines to Des Moines is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs $108.70 - $282.61 .

How far is it from Des Plaines to Des Moines?

The distance between Des Plaines and Des Moines is 494 km. The road distance is 530.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 28m and costs $59.78 - $217.39 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Des Plaines to Des Moines, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Des Plaines to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Des Plaines to Des Moines is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs $108.70 - $282.61 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $31.52 - $195.65 and takes 11h 35m.

Can I drive from Des Plaines to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Plaines to Des Moines is 530 km. It takes approximately 5h 28m to drive from Des Plaines 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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