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How to Travel from

Grand Rapids to West 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

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.43–$165.88
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 West Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Rapids to West Des Moines is to drive which costs $86.96 - $130.43 and takes 8h 18m.

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

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

How far is it from Grand Rapids to West Des Moines?

The distance between Grand Rapids and West Des Moines is 870 km. The road distance is 803.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to West Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 35m and costs $97.83 - $260.87 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 25m to get from Grand Rapids to West Des Moines, including transfers.

Bus or fly from Grand Rapids to West Des Moines?

The best way to get from Grand Rapids to West Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 18m and costs $152.17 - $423.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $97.83 - $282.61 and takes 13h 22m.

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

West Des Moines is 1h behind Grand Rapids. It is currently 01:33 in Grand Rapids and 00:33 in West Des Moines.

Can I drive from Grand Rapids to West Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Rapids to West Des Moines is 803 km. It takes approximately 8h 18m to drive from Grand Rapids to West Des Moines.

Which airlines fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport Airport to Des Moines Airport?

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines offer flights from Gerald R. Ford International Airport Airport to Des Moines Airport.

Where can I stay near West Des Moines?

There are 209+ hotels available in West Des Moines. Prices start at $35.37 per night.
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