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Elgin to Des Moines

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3 h 44 min
361 km.
from $19
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Seven ways to Travel from Elgin to Des Moines

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Cheapest
By car (361 km)
3 h 44 min
361 km.
from $19
Other
Rideshare
3 h 44 min
361 km.
from $13.73
Bus, Plane (Bus)
3 h 19 min
443 km.
from $158.04
Train, bus via Des Moines, Train, bus via Des Moines
12 h 11 min
444 km.
from $89.57
Train, Bus
9 h 36 min
444 km.
from $138.15
Bus, Plane (Fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport)
4 h 59 min
443 km.
from $323.26
Train, bus via Burlington
11 h 8 min
444 km.
from $143.91

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$382.16

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$305.73
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
1h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$573.24

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28

Metra

Phone:
+1 312-322-6777
Website:
metra.com
Train from Elgin to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.33–$9.55

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:
$63.69–$178.34
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.30–$54.78
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.13–$95.54

Pace Bus

Phone:
+1(847) 364-7223
Email:
Website:
pacebus.com
Bus from Elgin Transportation Center Bay 4 to Rosemont
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$4.33

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Elgin to Des Moines is to drive which costs $53.26 - $81.52 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elgin to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 3h 19m and costs $108.70 - $293.48 .

How far is it from Elgin to Des Moines?

The distance between Elgin and Des Moines is 535 km. The road distance is 486.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Elgin to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 36m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 .

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Elgin to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Elgin to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Elgin to Des Moines is 486 km. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Elgin to Des Moines.

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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