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26 h 20 min
2770 km.
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Seven ways to Travel from Washington to Des Moines

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Cheapest
By car (2 770 km)
26 h 20 min
2770 km.
from $152
Other
Bus via Des Moines (Greyhound)
29 h 25 min
1434 km.
from $216.63
Bus
26 h 50 min
1434 km.
from $333.50
Train, bus via Rockville Amtrak, Train, bus via Rockville Amtrak
27 h 7 min
1434 km.
from $221.57
Train, Bus
28 h 34 min
1434 km.
from $301.83
Train, bus via Galesburg
28 h 39 min
1434 km.
from $262.87
Taxi, Bus
2 h 37 min
162 km.
from $241.15

Transport providers

Airlines

American Airlines

Website:
aa.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$165.84–$701.63
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 28m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$637.84

Delta

Website:
delta.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 41m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$369.95
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 36m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.08–$318.92

United Airlines

Website:
united.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 19m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$216.87–$701.63
Plane from Washington Dulles International Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
5h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$178.60–$612.33

Southwest Airlines

Website:
southwest.com/
Plane from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to Des
Ave. Duration:
4h 57m
Frequency:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price:
$178.60–$535.79

Train operators

Amtrak

Phone:
+1 800-872-7245
Website:
amtrak.com/home.html
Train from Rockville Amtrak to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
17h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.54–$267.89
Train from Washington Union Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
17h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$76.54–$267.89
Train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg
Ave. Duration:
2h 36m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.69–$108.43

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority

Phone:
+1 202 466 3876
Website:
wmata.com
Train from Mcpherson Square, Blue/Orange/Silver Line Track 2 Platform to Washington
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$4.34–$7.02

Bus operators

Greyhound USA

Phone:
+1 214-849-8100
Email:
Website:
greyhound.com/
Bus from Washington Union Station to Chicago
Ave. Duration:
18h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$59.96–$357.19
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:
$62.51–$178.60
Bus from Galesburg to Burlington
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.07–$53.58
Bus from Burlington to Des
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$45.92–$89.30
Bus from Iowa City to Des
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.55–$76.54

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Washington to Des Moines is to train and bus which costs $92.39 - $413.04 and takes 28h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Washington to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $163.04 - $347.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Washington and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Washington station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Washington Union Station and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 50m.

How far is it from Washington to Des Moines?

The distance between Washington and Des Moines is 1457 km. The road distance is 1629.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Washington to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 26h 50m and costs $103.26 - $456.52 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Washington to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Washington to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Washington Union Station.

Bus or fly from Washington to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Washington to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 28m and costs $163.04 - $347.83 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $103.26 - $456.52 and takes 26h 50m.

Where does the Washington to Des Moines bus arrive?

Washington to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Washington and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Washington. It is currently 03:18 in Washington and 02:18 in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Washington to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Washington to Des Moines is 1630 km. It takes approximately 16h 49m to drive from Washington to Des Moines.

Which airlines fly from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Airport to Des Moines Airport?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines offer flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Airport to Des Moines Airport.

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

Book your Washington to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 211+ hotels available in Des Moines. Prices start at $34.27 per night.
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