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

The cheapest way to get from Burnsville to Des Moines is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Burnsville to Des Moines is to fly which takes 2h 53m and costs $95 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Burnsville and Des Moines?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Burnsville and arriving at Des Moines. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Burnsville to Des Moines?

The distance between Burnsville and Des Moines is 239 miles. The road distance is 228.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Burnsville to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs $60 - $85.

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

The bus from Burnsville to Des Moines takes 4h 40m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

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

Bus or fly from Burnsville to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Burnsville to Des Moines is to bus which takes 4h 40m and costs $60 - $85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $600 and takes 2h 53m.

Where does the Burnsville to Des Moines bus arrive?

Burnsville to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Burnsville to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Burnsville to Des Moines is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Burnsville to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Burnsville to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801 / ...
4h 40m
$60–85
Drive 227.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Burnsville to Des Moinescar 227.2 mi
3h 41m
$42–60
Fly
1. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
2h 53m
$99–574
Bus via Clear Lake
1. Take the bus from Burnsville to Clear Lake Jct.bus Jefferson 801
2. Take the bus from Clear Lake Jct. to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 801 / ...
5h 40m
$72–106

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 238 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Burnsville to Des Moines twice daily. Tickets cost $60–85 and the journey takes 4h 40m. Alternatively, Delta flies from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM) 4 times a day.

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