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How to Travel from

Raleigh to Des Moines

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Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Raleigh–Durham International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$765.41
Plane from Fayetteville Municipal Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$1,020.55
Plane from Greenville to Des
Ave. Duration:
8h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.33–$625.09
Plane from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$765.41

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Raleigh–Durham International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.35–$433.73
Plane from Fayetteville Municipal Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$255.14–$574.06
Plane from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 38m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$191.35–$446.49

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Raleigh–Durham International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$765.41
Plane from Charlotte Douglas International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$765.41

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Raleigh–Durham International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$178.60–$561.30

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Raleigh Union Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
24h 37m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.43–$369.95
Train from Raleigh Union Station to Charlotte
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$24.24–$114.81
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.96–$108.43

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Washington
Ave. Duration:
4h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.41–$165.84
Bus from Washington Union Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
18h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$62.51–$369.95
Bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Greenville
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$82.92
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.89–$216.87

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Raleigh to Fayetteville
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$8.93–$45.92

Southeastern Stages

Phone:
+1 404-591-2750
Website:
southeasternstages.com
Bus from Raleigh to Fayetteville
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$26.79–$38.27

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$178.60
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.34–$54.85
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$47.20–$95.68

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Raleigh to Des Moines is to drive which costs $195.65 - $282.61 and takes 18h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Raleigh to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 55m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Raleigh and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Raleigh station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from GoRaleigh Station and arriving at Des Moines via Raleigh Bus Station, Washington Union Station and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 49m.

How far is it from Raleigh to Des Moines?

The distance between Raleigh and Des Moines is 1467 km. The road distance is 1758.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Raleigh to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 32h 56m and costs $141.30 - $467.39 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Raleigh to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Raleigh to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Raleigh Bus Station.

Train, bus or fly from Raleigh to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Raleigh to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 55m and costs $173.91 - $402.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $119.57 - $652.17 and takes 33h 49m. There are no good options to train between Raleigh to Des Moines.

Where does the Raleigh to Des Moines bus arrive?

Raleigh to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Washington Union Station.

What is the time difference between Raleigh and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Raleigh. It is currently 23:11 in Raleigh and 22:11 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Raleigh to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Raleigh to Des Moines is 1758 km. It takes approximately 18h 38m to drive from Raleigh 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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