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

The cheapest way to get from Bloomington to Des Moines is to bus which costs $90 - $170 and takes 12h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bloomington to Des Moines is to shuttle and fly which takes 6h 24m and costs $170 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Bloomington and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Bloomington to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Bloomington, IN and arriving at Des Moines via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 5m.

How far is it from Bloomington to Des Moines?

The distance between Bloomington and Des Moines is 462 miles. The road distance is 496.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bloomington to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 12h 5m and costs $90 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Bloomington to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Bloomington to Des Moines bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, depart from Bloomington, IN station.

Where does the Bloomington to Des Moines bus arrive?

Bloomington to Des Moines bus services, operated by Miller Transportation, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Bloomington and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Bloomington. It is currently 1:18 AM in Bloomington and 12:18 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Bloomington to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Bloomington to Des Moines is 497 miles. It takes approximately 8h 53m to drive from Bloomington to Des Moines.

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

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 260+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Bloomington to Des Moines - 3 ways to travel via shuttle, plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Bloomington to Des Moines by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Shuttle, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from 7th St and Woodlawn Ave at the Indiana Memorial Union to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IND - DSM
6h 24m
$170–754
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bloomington, IN to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Evansville
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
12h 5m
$90–170
Drive 493.8 mi
1. Drive from Bloomington to Des Moinescar 493.8 mi
8h 53m
$91–131

Bloomington to Des Moines by bus

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Distance: 459.3 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Bloomington, IN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Bloomington, IN to Des Moines via Indianapolis Union Station in around 12h 5m.

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