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How to Travel from

Lansing to Des Moines

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Capital Region International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$173.91–$760.87

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Capital Region International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$141.30–$336.96

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 51m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$23.91–$103.26
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
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$184.78
Bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.30–$130.43
Bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.78–$92.39

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$20.65–$76.09

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
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

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.87–$31.52
Bus from Lansing, MI to Kalamazoo,
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$97.83

Michigan Flyer

Phone:
+1 517-333-0400
Website:
michiganflyer.com/
Bus from East Lansing, MI to Ann
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.15–$23.91

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Lansing to Des Moines is to drive which costs $92.39 - $141.30 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lansing to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $173.91 - $380.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Lansing and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Lansing to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from NBD Grand Ave before E Allegan St and arriving at Des Moines via East Lansing, MI, BTC - Fourth Ave Stop 4, Ann Arbor and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 19m.

How far is it from Lansing to Des Moines?

The distance between Lansing and Des Moines is 778 km. The road distance is 855.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lansing to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 13h 20m and costs $76.09 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Lansing to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Lansing to Des Moines bus services, operated by Michigan Flyer, depart from East Lansing, MI station.

Bus or fly from Lansing to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Lansing to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $173.91 - $380.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $326.09 and takes 17h 19m.

Where does the Lansing to Des Moines bus arrive?

Lansing to Des Moines bus services, operated by Michigan Flyer, arrive at Ann Arbor- Blake Transit Ctr., MI station.

What is the time difference between Lansing and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Lansing. It is currently 05:36 in Lansing and 04:36 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Lansing to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Lansing to Des Moines is 855 km. It takes approximately 8h 49m to drive from Lansing 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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