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How to Travel from

Louisville to Des Moines

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Louisville International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$166.04–$766.36
Plane from Blue Grass Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.91–$957.95

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Louisville International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$204.36–$459.82
Plane from Blue Grass Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.45–$587.54

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Louisville International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.14–$766.36
Plane from Blue Grass Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$281.00–$957.95
Plane from Louisville International Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$204.36–$702.50

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Indianapolis to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$26.82–$121.34
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.99–$108.57

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Gary Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.38–$204.36
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.93–$217.14

Tornado Bus Company

Phone:
+1 888 358 6762
Website:
tornadobus.com
Bus from El Mercadito Grocery - Clarksville, IN to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.99–$70.25

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Indianapolis to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$19.16–$76.64

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.86–$178.82
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.38–$54.92
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.26–$95.79

Amtrak Thruway

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Bus from Louisville, KY to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
6h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.86–$229.91
Bus from Louisville, KY to Indianapolis
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.27–$89.41
Bus from Louisville, KY to Gary,
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.48–$204.36

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Louisville to Des Moines is to drive which costs $103.26 - $152.17 and takes 9h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Louisville to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $152.17 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Louisville and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Louisville to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Louisville, KY and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 24m.

How far is it from Louisville to Des Moines?

The distance between Louisville and Des Moines is 791 km. The road distance is 943.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Louisville to Des Moines without a car is to bus via Chicago which takes 14h 24m and costs $108.70 - $347.83 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Louisville to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Louisville to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Louisville, KY station.

Train, bus or fly from Louisville to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Louisville to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 47m and costs $152.17 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus via Chicago, which costs $108.70 - $347.83 and takes 14h 24m. There are no good options to train between Louisville to Des Moines.

Where does the Louisville to Des Moines bus arrive?

Louisville to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Louisville and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Louisville. It is currently 06:35 in Louisville and 05:35 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Louisville to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Louisville to Des Moines is 943 km. It takes approximately 9h 39m to drive from Louisville to Des Moines.

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

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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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