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

The cheapest way to get from California to Des Moines is to fly which costs $100 - $440 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $170 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between California and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from California to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Spring St and 1st St E and arriving at Des Moines via El Monte Bus Stop, Las Vegas Bus Terminal and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37h 38m.

How far is it from California to Des Moines?

The distance between California and Des Moines is 1453 miles. The road distance is 1691.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 37h 38m and costs $250 - $430.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from California to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

California to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Monte Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from California to Des Moines?

The best way to get from California to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $170 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $250 - $430 and takes 37h 38m.

Where does the California to Des Moines bus arrive?

California to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Las Vegas Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between California and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of California. It is currently 4:18 PM in California and 6:18 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from California to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Des Moines is 1692 miles. It takes approximately 26h 3m to drive from California to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 251+ hotels available in Des Moines.

California to Des Moines - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from California to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County
best
1. Fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SNA - DSM
3h 45m
$170–575
Fly from San Diego International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SAN - DSM
6h 22m
$106–438
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from El Monte Bus Stop to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
37h 38m
$257–430
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Los Angeles to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
40h 4m
$473–1,095
Drive 1,682.1 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Des Moinescar 1,682.1 mi
26h 3m
$307–444
Fly from Los Angeles International Airport
1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAX - DSM
5h 16m
$116–456
Fly from Long Beach Airport
1. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LGB - DSM
6h 31m
$189–824
Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BUR - DSM
6h 34m
$120–482
Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport
1. Fly from Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FAT - DSM
7h 55m
$109–454

California to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

37h 38mAverage Duration

$257Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from California to Des Moines.

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Distance: 1,445 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

Allegiant Air, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA) to Des Moines (DSM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Spring St and 1st St E to Des Moines via El Monte Station Upper Level, El Monte Bus Stop, Las Vegas Bus Terminal, and Denver Union Station in around 37h 38m.

Airlines

Website: southwest.com

Flights from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 12m
When: Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Estimated price: $100–490

Flights from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 37m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $100–490

Flights from John Wayne Airport Orange County to Des Moines via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 6h 15m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $100–500

Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 3m
When: Saturday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $90–420

Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 5m
When: Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $90–420

Flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Des Moines via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 6h 40m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $95–430

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 4h 42m
When: Saturday
Estimated price: $170–800

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Des Moines via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 40m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $170–800

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 6h 2m
When: Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $170–800

Flights from Long Beach Airport to Des Moines via Chicago Midway

Ave. Duration: 9h 10m
When: Sunday and Saturday
Estimated price: $220–950

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h
When: Saturday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Estimated price: $85–410

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 15m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $85–410

Flights from San Diego International Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 17m
When: Saturday, Monday, Thursday, and Friday
Estimated price: $85–410

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 5h 20m
When: Saturday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Sunday
Estimated price: $95–450

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 22m
When: Sunday and Saturday
Estimated price: $95–450

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Des Moines via Phoenix

Ave. Duration: 5h 40m
When: Sunday
Estimated price: $100–460

Flights from Burbank Bob Hope Airport to Des Moines via Chicago Midway

Ave. Duration: 8h 57m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday
Estimated price: $120–550

Flights from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Des Moines via Denver

Ave. Duration: 6h 7m
When: Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday
Estimated price: $90–430

Flights from Fresno Yosemite International Airport to Des Moines via Las Vegas

Ave. Duration: 5h 55m
When: Tuesday and Wednesday
Estimated price: $90–430

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