What is the cheapest way to get from Decorah to West Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Decorah to West Des Moines is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Decorah to West Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Decorah to West Des Moines is to drive which takes 3h 55m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Decorah to West Des Moines?

The distance between Decorah and West Des Moines is 196 miles. The road distance is 191.4 miles.

How long does it take to get from Decorah to West Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Decorah to West Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Decorah to West Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Decorah to West Des Moines is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 55m to drive from Decorah to West Des Moines.

Where can I stay near West Des Moines?

There are 243+ hotels available in West Des Moines.

Decorah to West Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via car, bus, plane, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Decorah to West Des Moines by car, bus, plane, or taxi

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Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Decorah to HyVee at Logan Avecar
2. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Btw 1209
5h 2m
Drive 190.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Decorah to West Des Moinescar 190.3 mi
3h 55m
$35–51
Drive to Rochester, fly
1. Drive from Decorah to Rochester-Airport-RSTcar
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM)plane RST - DSM
5h 55m
$180–989
Drive, bus via Des Moines
1. Drive from Decorah to HyVee at Logan Avecar
2. Take the bus from Waterloo to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0154
5h 32m
$59–90
Taxi to La Crosse, fly
1. Take the taxi from Decorah to La-Crosse-Airport-LSEtaxi
2. Fly from La Crosse (LSE) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LSE - DSM
5h 22m
$251–780

Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

62Weekly Planes

6h 34mAverage Duration

$150Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 195 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

There is no direct connection from Decorah to West Des Moines. However, you can drive to HyVee at Logan Ave, take the line 4 bus to Central Transfer, walk to Waterloo, take the bus to Des Moines, then take the taxi to West Des Moines. Alternatively, you can drive from Decorah to West Des Moines in around 3h 55m.

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