What is the cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines is to drive which costs $60 - $90 and takes 5h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines is to subway and fly which takes 3h 21m and costs $120 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Chicago Union Station and Des Moines?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chicago and arriving at Des Moines. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines?

The distance between Chicago Union Station and Des Moines is 325 miles. The road distance is 331.6 miles.

How do I travel from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 7h 19m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chicago Union Station to Des Moines bus from?

Chicago Union Station to Des Moines bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Chicago station.

Bus or fly from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 37m and costs $90 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 19m.

Where does the Chicago Union Station to Des Moines bus arrive?

Chicago Union Station to Des Moines bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Chicago Union Station to Des Moines is 332 miles. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Chicago Union Station to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Chicago Union Station to Des Moines by plane, bus, car, subway, or train

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Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
3h 37m
$94–506
Drive 329.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Chicago Union Station to Des Moinescar 329.6 mi
5h 32m
$61–87
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus Btw 1205 / ...
7h 19m
Subway to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the subway from Quincy to Midwaysubway
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
3h 21m
$120–676
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
8h 31m
$83–171

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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Distance: 322.8 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Chicago Union Station, IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Burlington Trailways operates a bus from Chicago to Des Moines 3 times a day, and the journey takes 7h 10m.

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