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Elkhart to Des Moines

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5 h 11 min
508 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Elkhart to Des Moines

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Cheapest
By car (508 km)
5 h 11 min
508 km.
from $27
Other
Rideshare
5 h 11 min
508 km.
from $6.63
Train, bus via Des Moines, Train, bus via Des Moines
13 h 23 min
634 km.
from $105.17
Train, Bus
10 h 48 min
634 km.
from $179.24
Train, bus via Galesburg
12 h 20 min
634 km.
from $157.35
Train, Plane
6 h 2 min
633 km.
from $205.61
Bus
12 h 47 min
634 km.
from $163.93

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from South Bend to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$1,019.09
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$305.73

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from South Bend to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$191.08–$445.85

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from South Bend to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.03–$828.01
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$305.73

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 29m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.01–$89.17
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 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 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
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.86–$89.17

Barons Bus

Phone:
+1 888-378-3823
Email:
Website:
baronsbus.com/
Bus from Goshen, IN to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.74–$52.23

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Elkhart to Des Moines is to drive which costs $70.65 - $108.70 and takes 7h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elkhart to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $228.26 - $467.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Elkhart and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Elkhart to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from 3rd & Harrison and arriving at Des Moines via Goshen, IN and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 47m.

How far is it from Elkhart to Des Moines?

The distance between Elkhart and Des Moines is 650 km. The road distance is 689.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Elkhart to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 48m and costs $65.22 - $228.26 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Elkhart to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Elkhart to Des Moines bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Goshen, IN station.

Bus or fly from Elkhart to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Elkhart to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $228.26 - $467.39 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65.22 - $206.52 and takes 12h 47m.

Where does the Elkhart to Des Moines bus arrive?

Elkhart to Des Moines bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Chicago station.

What is the time difference between Elkhart and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Elkhart. It is currently 02:11 in Elkhart and 01:11 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Elkhart to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Elkhart to Des Moines is 689 km. It takes approximately 7h 10m to drive from Elkhart to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 211+ hotels available in Des Moines. Prices start at $34.27 per night.
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