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Seven ways to Travel from Lafayette to Des Moines

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Cheapest
By car (2 874 km)
26 h 50 min
2874 km.
from $158
Other
Bus via Gary
11 h 15 min
578 km.
from $94.54
Bus
10 h 30 min
578 km.
from $178.33
Train, bus via Galesburg
13 h 15 min
578 km.
from $159.20
Bus, Plane (Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport)
5 h 4 min
578 km.
from $234.32
Bus, Plane (Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport)
6 h 44 min
578 km.
from $387.58
Train, Bus
14 h 18 min
578 km.
from $173.93

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Indianapolis to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$184.78–$250.00
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$260.87
Plane from Purdue University Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
Tuesday
Estimated price:
$103.26–$467.39

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Indianapolis to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$315.22

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Indianapolis to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 13m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$239.13–$532.61
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$260.87
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$489.13
Plane from Purdue University Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$467.39

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 24m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.13–$81.52
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.48–$92.39

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.61–$81.52
Bus from Gary Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$173.91
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$184.78

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Lafayette Bus Stop to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$48.91

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:
$53.26–$152.17
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$45.65
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$39.13–$76.09

Amtrak Thruway

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Gary,
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$59.78

Go Express Travel

Phone:
+1 800-589-6004
Email:
Website:
goexpresstravel.com
Bus from Holiday Inn City Centre to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$22.83–$27.17

Lafayette Limo

Phone:
+1(765)4973828
Website:
lafayettelimo.com
Bus from Holiday Inn City Centre to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
1h 49m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$23.82

Reindeer Shuttle

Phone:
+1 765-637-5124
Email:
Website:
reindeershuttle.com
Bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$53.26–$68.48

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lafayette to Des Moines is to drive which costs $70.65 - $119.57 and takes 7h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lafayette to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $141.30 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Lafayette and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Lafayette to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Lafayette Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 30m.

How far is it from Lafayette to Des Moines?

The distance between Lafayette and Des Moines is 774 km. The road distance is 702 km.

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

The best way to get from Lafayette to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 7m to get from Lafayette to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Lafayette to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Lafayette Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Lafayette to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Lafayette to Des Moines is to bus which takes 10h 30m and costs $59.78 - $239.13 . Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $119.57 - $489.13 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Lafayette to Des Moines bus arrive?

Lafayette to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Lafayette and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Lafayette. It is currently 05:10 in Lafayette and 04:10 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Lafayette to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Lafayette to Des Moines is 702 km. It takes approximately 7h 16m to drive from Lafayette to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from Lafayette to Des Moines?

Book your Lafayette to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio.

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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