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Five ways to Travel from Bakersfield to Des Moines

Composite routes from Bakersfield to Des Moines

Cheapest
26 h 9 min
Car
2734 km.
from $150
Other
35 h 21 min
2307 km.
Select a ticket
43 h 21 min
Bus, Train
2306 km.
from $5.43
7 h 47 min
Bus, Plane
2306 km.
from $10.87

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Meadows Field Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 34m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$254.77–$1,082.78
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$624.19

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.56–$356.68

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Meadows Field Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 49m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$318.46–$1,019.09
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$611.45

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$458.59

Allegiant Air

Website:
allegiantair.com/
Plane from Los Angeles International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 25m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$140.12–$420.37

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Los Angeles to Kansas
Ave. Duration:
35h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$165.60–$547.76
Bus from Bakersfield to Las
Ave. Duration:
5h 23m
Frequency:
Once daily
Bus from Bakersfield to Los
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Las Vegas S Strip Transit Terminal to Denver
Ave. Duration:
15h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$356.68

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:
$127.39–$254.77

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:
$42.04–$101.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines is to drive which costs $293.48 - $434.78 and takes 26h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $260.87 - $978.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Des Moines via Las Vegas S Strip Transit Terminal, Union Station Gate B6 and Denver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 21m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

The distance between Bakersfield and Des Moines is 2327 km. The road distance is 2734.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 35h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Bakersfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $260.87 - $978.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 35h 21m.

Where does the Bakersfield to Des Moines bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Las Vegas Amtrak Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 23:26 in Bakersfield and 01:26 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Des Moines is 2734 km. It takes approximately 26h 9m to drive from Bakersfield 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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