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

The cheapest way to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines is to drive which costs $310 - $450 and takes 26h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $230 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Bakersfield and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Bakersfield to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Bakersfield and arriving at Des Moines via Los Angeles Union Station and Tulsa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 45h 35m.

How far is it from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

The distance between Bakersfield and Des Moines is 1453 miles. The road distance is 1707.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines without a car is to bus and train which takes 43h 34m and costs $550 - $1,200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Bakersfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Bakersfield station.

Bus or fly from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $230 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $340 - $600 and takes 45h 35m.

Where does the Bakersfield to Des Moines bus arrive?

Bakersfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Los Angeles station.

What is the time difference between Bakersfield and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Bakersfield. It is currently 12:24 AM in Bakersfield and 2:24 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Bakersfield to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakersfield to Des Moines is 1708 miles. It takes approximately 26h 25m to drive from Bakersfield to Des Moines.

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

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 263+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Bakersfield to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Bakersfield to Des Moines by plane, bus, train, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), or car

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1. Fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BFL - DSM
5h 44m
$231–899
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
43h 34m
$551–1,203
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bakersfield to Los Angelesbus
2. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Tulsa Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Tulsa to Des Moinesbus
45h 35m
$344–598
Drive 1,697.7 mi
1. Drive from Bakersfield to Des Moinescar 1,697.7 mi
26h 25m
$310–448

Bakersfield to Des Moines by bus, train, and foot

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43h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,444.4 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Bakersfield, CA, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Meadows Field Airport (BFL) to Des Moines (DSM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bakersfield to Des Moines via Los Angeles, Los Angeles Union Station, and Tulsa in around 45h 35m.

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