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Grand Rapids, United States of America → Des Moines, United States of America

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Nine ways to Travel from Grand Rapids to Des Moines

Composite routes from Grand Rapids 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:
$203.82–$955.39
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 11m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.08–$828.01
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.28–$382.16
Plane from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.34–$828.01

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Capital Region International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$152.86–$445.85
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$458.59
Plane from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 14m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.60–$458.59

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 53m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.29–$828.01
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$305.73

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Gerald R. Ford International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 10m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$254.77–$764.32

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
4h 8m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$114.65
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$108.28

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$114.65
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
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

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Grand Rapids, MI to Kalamazoo,
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$29.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to Des Moines is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Grand Rapids to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $152.17 - $423.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Grand Rapids and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Rapids to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Grand Rapids, MI and arriving at Des Moines via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

How far is it from Grand Rapids to Des Moines?

The distance between Grand Rapids and Des Moines is 869 km. The road distance is 792.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 27m and costs $70.65 - $250 .

How long does it take to get from Grand Rapids to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Grand Rapids to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Rapids to Des Moines bus from?

Grand Rapids to Des Moines bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Grand Rapids, MI station.

Bus or fly from Grand Rapids to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $152.17 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70.65 - $282.61 and takes 13h 15m.

Where does the Grand Rapids to Des Moines bus arrive?

Grand Rapids to Des Moines bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Kalamazoo, MI station.

What is the time difference between Grand Rapids and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Grand Rapids. It is currently 06:19 in Grand Rapids and 05:19 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to Des Moines is 793 km. It takes approximately 8h 10m to drive from Grand Rapids 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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