What is the cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Ann Arbor to Des Moines is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Ann Arbor to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $140 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Ann Arbor and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Ann Arbor station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 58m.

How far is it from Ann Arbor to Des Moines?

The distance between Ann Arbor and Des Moines is 567 miles. The road distance is 558.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ann Arbor to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 37m and costs $150 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Ann Arbor to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ann Arbor to Des Moines bus from?

Ann Arbor to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station.

Where does the Ann Arbor to Des Moines bus arrive?

Ann Arbor to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Ann Arbor and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Ann Arbor. It is currently 4:27 AM in Ann Arbor and 3:27 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Ann Arbor to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Ann Arbor to Des Moines is 558 miles. It takes approximately 9h 13m to drive from Ann Arbor to Des Moines.

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

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 260+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Ann Arbor to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Ann Arbor to Des Moines by bus, plane, train, car, bus (Amtrak), or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Bus to Detroit, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Blake Transit Center to DTW McNamara Terminalbus
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DTW - DSM
3h 44m
$144–736
Drive 555 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Des Moinescar 555 mi
9h 13m
$102–147
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus Btw 1205 / ...
12h 37m
$159–278
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
13h 49m
$159–333
Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly
1. Drive from Ann Arbor to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAN - DSM
5h 1m
$150–739
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus Btw 1205 / ...
12h 58m
$165–238
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ann Arbor to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus Btw 1205 / ...
13h 10m
$119–193

Ann Arbor to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

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12h 37mAverage Duration

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Distance: 564 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Ann Arbor, MI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Ann Arbor Amtrak Station to Des Moines via Chicago Union Station and Chicago in around 12h 58m.

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