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State College to Des Moines

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Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 8m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$242.38–$1,084.33
Plane from Harrisburg International Airport-Olmsted Field to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$229.62–$1,020.55

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Harrisburg International Airport-Olmsted Field to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$216.87–$535.79

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$293.41–$1,020.55
Plane from Johnstown-Cambria County Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$599.57
Plane from Penn State University Park Airport to Fort
Ave. Duration:
12h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.65–$956.76
Plane from Harrisburg International Airport-Olmsted Field to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$280.65–$956.76

Allegiant Air

Website:
allegiantair.com/
Plane from Harrisburg International Airport-Olmsted Field to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 42m
Frequency:
Monday and Friday
Estimated price:
$191.35–$612.33

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
9h 46m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.13–$204.11
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 State College Bus Station to Johnstown
Ave. Duration:
2h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.38–$89.30
Bus from State College Bus Station to Harrisburg
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.02–$89.30
Bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.84–$108.43
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 State College Regional Airport to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
14h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$63.78–$204.11

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

Fullington Trailways

Phone:
+1 814-574-1827
Website:
fullingtontours.com
Bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily

Trailways

Phone:
+1 800-858-8555
Website:
trailways.com
Bus from State College Bus Station to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$38.27–$82.92

Megabus

Phone:
+1-877-462-6342
Website:
us.megabus.com
Bus from State College, PA to Pittsburgh
Ave. Duration:
2h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.21–$44.65

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from State College to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from State College to Des Moines is to bus via Des Moines which costs $81.52 - $358.70 and takes 26h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from State College to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from State College to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $271.74 - $869.57 .

Is there a direct bus between State College and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from State College to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from State College and arriving at Des Moines via State College Regional Airport and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 45m.

How far is it from State College to Des Moines?

The distance between State College and Des Moines is 1342 km. The road distance is 1421.1 km.

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

The best way to get from State College to Des Moines without a car is to bus and train which takes 22h 58m and costs $108.70 - $369.57 .

How long does it take to get from State College to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from State College to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the State College to Des Moines bus from?

State College to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from State College Regional Airport station.

Bus or fly from State College to Des Moines?

The best way to get from State College to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $271.74 - $869.57 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $108.70 - $326.09 and takes 23h 45m.

Where does the State College to Des Moines bus arrive?

State College to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between State College and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind State College. It is currently 23:05 in State College and 22:05 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from State College to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between State College to Des Moines is 1421 km. It takes approximately 14h 40m to drive from State College 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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