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Traverse City, United States of America → Des Moines, United States of America

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Six ways to Travel from Traverse City to Des Moines

Composite routes from Traverse City to Des Moines

Cheapest
10 h 30 min
Car
1020 km.
from $56
Other
18 h 5 min
735 km.
from $244.96
17 h 37 min
Bus, Train
735 km.
from $212.47
19 h 9 min
Bus, Train
735 km.
from $255.95
20 h 32 min
Bus, Train
735 km.
from $201.72

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Traverse City to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$765.41

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Traverse City to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$446.49

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Traverse City to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 46m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$229.62–$765.41

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:
$24.24–$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
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Gary
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$8.93–$102.05
Bus from Gary Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.34–$204.11
Bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des
Ave. Duration:
9h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$31.89–$216.87

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:
$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

Indian Trails

Phone:
+1 800-292-3831
Website:
indiantrails.com/
Bus from Traverse City, MI to Grand
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.07–$89.30
Bus from Traverse City, MI to Kalamazoo,
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$36.99–$121.19

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines is to drive which costs $108.70 - $173.91 and takes 10h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $152.17 - $413.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Traverse City and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Traverse City to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Traverse City, MI and arriving at Des Moines via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Gary Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 5m.

How far is it from Traverse City to Des Moines?

The distance between Traverse City and Des Moines is 762 km. The road distance is 1020.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines without a car is to bus and train which takes 17h 37m and costs $97.83 - $326.09 .

How long does it take to get from Traverse City to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Traverse City to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Traverse City to Des Moines bus from?

Traverse City to Des Moines bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City, MI station.

Train, bus or fly from Traverse City to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 10m and costs $152.17 - $413.04 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $369.57 and takes 18h 5m. There are no good options to train between Traverse City to Des Moines.

Where does the Traverse City to Des Moines bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Traverse City and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Traverse City. It is currently 03:48 in Traverse City and 02:48 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Traverse City to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Traverse City to Des Moines is 1020 km. It takes approximately 10h 37m to drive from Traverse City 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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