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

The cheapest way to get from Bentonville to Des Moines is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 6h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bentonville to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $230 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Bentonville and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Bentonville to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Fayetteville and arriving at Des Moines via Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 37m.

How far is it from Bentonville to Des Moines?

The distance between Bentonville and Des Moines is 408 miles. The road distance is 395.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bentonville to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 8h 37m and costs $180 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 7h 36m to get from Bentonville to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Bentonville to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Fayetteville station.

Bus or fly from Bentonville to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Bentonville to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $230 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $250 and takes 8h 37m.

Where does the Bentonville to Des Moines bus arrive?

Bentonville to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Bentonville to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Bentonville to Des Moines is 395 miles. It takes approximately 6h 46m to drive from Bentonville to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 245+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Bentonville to Des Moines by car, bus, or plane

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Bentonville to Joplincar
2. Take the bus from Joplin to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
7h 36m
$80–140
Drive 392.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bentonville to Des Moinescar 392.9 mi
6h 46m
$72–104
Fly
1. Fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane XNA - DSM
5h 7m
$237–968
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fayetteville to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 112 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
8h 37m
$184–248

Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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Distance: 405.8 mi
Duration: 7h 36m

What companies run services between Bentonville, AR, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport (XNA) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bentonville to Des Moines via Fayetteville and Kansas City in around 8h 37m.

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