What is the cheapest way to get from Battle Lake to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Battle Lake to Des Moines is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 6h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Battle Lake to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Battle Lake to Des Moines is to taxi and fly which takes 6h 16m and costs $310 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Battle Lake and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Battle Lake to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Fergus Falls and arriving at Des Moines via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 31m.

How far is it from Battle Lake to Des Moines?

The distance between Battle Lake and Des Moines is 494 miles. The road distance is 413 miles.

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

The best way to get from Battle Lake to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 10h 31m and costs $150 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Battle Lake to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Battle Lake to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Battle Lake to Des Moines bus from?

Battle Lake to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Fergus Falls station.

Where does the Battle Lake to Des Moines bus arrive?

Battle Lake to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Battle Lake to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Battle Lake to Des Moines is 413 miles. It takes approximately 6h 56m to drive from Battle Lake to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 267+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Battle Lake to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Battle Lake to Des Moines by taxi, plane, bus, car, bus (Greyhound), or train

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Taxi to Hector International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Battle Lake to Fargo-Airport-FARtaxi
2. Fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FAR - DSM
6h 16m
$315–1,146
Drive 410.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Battle Lake to Des Moinescar 410.6 mi
6h 56m
$75–109
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fergus Falls to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 938 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
10h 31m
$152–215
Taxi, bus to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Battle Lake to Perhamtaxi
2. Take the bus from Perham to Brainerdbus
3. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BRD - DSM
6h 47m
$189–645
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Fergus Falls to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 938 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
10h 46m
$122–190
Taxi, train, bus
1. Take the taxi from Battle Lake to Detroit Lakes Amtrak Stationtaxi
2. Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
3. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus
10h 55m
$203–313

Hector International Airport (FAR) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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6h 39mAverage Duration

$155Cheapest Price

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Distance: 491.3 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Battle Lake, MN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Battle Lake to Des Moines via Fergus Falls and Minneapolis in around 10h 31m.

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