What is the cheapest way to get from Charles City to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Charles City to Des Moines is to drive which costs $24 - $35 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Charles City to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Charles City to Des Moines is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $24 - $35.

How far is it from Charles City to Des Moines?

The distance between Charles City and Des Moines is 174 miles. The road distance is 133.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Charles City to Des Moines without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 51m and costs $130 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Charles City to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Charles City to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Charles City to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Charles City to Des Moines is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Charles City to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 255+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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Taxi, bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the taxi from Charles City to Waterlootaxi
2. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0154S
3h 51m
$138–174
Drive 132.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Charles City to Des Moinescar 132.4 mi
2h 51m
$25–35

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Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 3h 51m

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

There is no direct connection from Charles City to Des Moines. However, you can take the taxi to Waterloo then take the bus to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can drive from Charles City to Des Moines in around 2h 51m.

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