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Six ways to Travel from Salem to Des Moines

Composite routes from Salem to Des Moines

Cheapest
22 h 7 min
Car
2130 km.
from $117
Other
35 h 20 min
Train, bus via Des Moines, Train, bus via Des Moines
1872 km.
from $245.93
32 h 25 min
Train, Bus
1872 km.
from $374.46
36 h 3 min
1872 km.
from $369.72
33 h 57 min
1872 km.
from $301.04

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$597.83

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$304.35

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 23m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$597.83

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Monday to Friday
Estimated price:
$152.17–$434.78

Allegiant Air

Website:
allegiantair.com/
Plane from General Edward Lawrence Logan International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$108.70–$347.83

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Boston to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
22h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$86.96–$293.48
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 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 Boston to New
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$18.48–$70.65
Bus from New York Midtown to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
20h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.65–$217.39

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Salem to Des Moines is to bus which costs $141.30 - $456.52 and takes 36h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salem to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $195.65 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Salem and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Salem to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from North St @ Essex St and arriving at Des Moines via Chauncy St @ Summer St, Boston, New York Midtown and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 3m.

How far is it from Salem to Des Moines?

The distance between Salem and Des Moines is 1906 km. The road distance is 2130.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Salem to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 32h 25m and costs $141.30 - $456.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 14m to get from Salem to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Salem to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Boston station.

Bus or fly from Salem to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Salem to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 14m and costs $195.65 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $141.30 - $456.52 and takes 36h 3m.

Where does the Salem to Des Moines bus arrive?

Salem to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at New York Midtown station.

What is the time difference between Salem and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Salem. It is currently 03:10 in Salem and 02:10 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Salem to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Salem to Des Moines is 2130 km. It takes approximately 22h 5m to drive from Salem 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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