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

The cheapest way to get from Burlington to Des Moines is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burlington to Des Moines is to drive which takes 3h 4m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Burlington to Des Moines?

The distance between Burlington and Des Moines is 254 miles. The road distance is 161.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burlington to Des Moines without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 5h 54m and costs $130 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Burlington to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Burlington to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Burlington to Des Moines is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 4m to drive from Burlington to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 260+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Burlington to Des Moines - 2 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 2 ways to get from Burlington to Des Moines by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the taxi from Burlington to Galesburgtaxi
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
5h 54m
$139–189
Drive 160.3 mi
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1. Drive from Burlington to Des Moinescar 160.3 mi
3h 4m
$30–43

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Distance: 252.2 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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

There is no direct connection from Burlington to Des Moines. However, you can take the taxi to Galesburg then take the bus to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can drive from Burlington to Des Moines in around 3h 4m.

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