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11 h 29 min
1046 km.
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Nine ways to Travel from Madison to Des Moines

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Cheapest
By car (1 046 km)
11 h 29 min
1046 km.
from $57
Other
Rideshare
11 h 29 min
1046 km.
from $13.64
Bus (Bus)
14 h 35 min
382 km.
from $166.43
Bus via Bloomington
11 h 2 min
382 km.
from $151.85
Bus, Plane (Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport)
5 h 50 min
381 km.
from $182.74
Bus, Plane (Bus to General Mitchell International Airport)
6 h 29 min
381 km.
from $250.07
Bus, Train (Bus)
12 h 23 min
381 km.
from $144.46
Bus, Train (Bus)
13 h 55 min
381 km.
from $187.93
Bus (Bus #2)
14 h 52 min
382 km.
from $159.83

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$760.87
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$92.39–$326.09
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$543.48

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$413.04
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 9m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$336.96

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Dane County Regional Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 26m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$217.39–$760.87
Plane from Chicago O'Hare International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$119.57–$260.87
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$543.48

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from General Mitchell International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 22m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price:
$130.43–$413.04

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Milwaukee to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
1h 29m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$10.87–$76.09
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.57–$92.39

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$27.17–$184.78

Flixbus USA

Phone:
+1 (855) 626-8585
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.24–$43.48
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.70–$42.39
Bus from Madison to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.30–$65.22

Burlington Trailways

Phone:
+1 (319) 735-2864
Email:
Website:
burlingtontrailways.com
Bus from Chicago to Des
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$152.17
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.00–$46.74
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$40.22–$81.52

Jefferson Lines

Phone:
+1-858-800-8898
Email:
Website:
jeffersonlines.com/
Bus from Burnsville to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$41.30–$103.26
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.83–$53.26

Lamers Bus Lines

Phone:
+1 800-236-1240
Website:
golamers.com/
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$25.00
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.57–$23.91

Vangalder Bus

Phone:
+1 608-752-5407
Email:
Website:
coachusa.com/van-galder-bus-company
Bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to O'Hare
Ave. Duration:
3h 16m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$18.48–$38.04
Bus from 250 N. Lake St - Madison UW Campus to W
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$20.65–$39.13

Badger Bus

Phone:
+1 414-266-4409
Email:
Website:
badgerbus.com
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mall
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$54.35–$76.09
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Mitchell
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$23.91–$31.52
Bus from Madison, WI-Lake St. to Milwaukee,
Ave. Duration:
1h 35m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.83–$30.43

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Madison to Des Moines is to drive which costs $51.09 - $76.09 and takes 4h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Madison to Des Moines is to drive which takes 4h 57m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Madison and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Madison to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Madison, WI-Lake St. and arriving at Des Moines via American & Thunderbird Station, Mall of America Transit Station Gate F and Burnsville. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 2m.

Is there a direct flight between Madison and Des Moines?

There are no direct flights between Madison and Des Moines. The fastest has 1 change and takes 3h 18m and costs $130.43 - $413.04 .

How far is it from Madison to Des Moines?

The distance between Madison and Des Moines is 418 km. The road distance is 467.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Madison to Des Moines without a car is to bus via Bloomington which takes 11h 2m and costs $97.83 - $184.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Madison to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Madison to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Madison station.

Bus or fly from Madison to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Madison to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 59m and costs $141.30 - $445.65 . Alternatively, you can bus via Bloomington, which costs $97.83 - $184.78 and takes 11h 2m.

Where does the Madison to Des Moines bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Madison to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Madison to Des Moines is 467 km. It takes approximately 4h 57m to drive from Madison to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from Madison to Des Moines?

Book your Madison to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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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