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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Atlanta is to bus via Indianapolis which costs $140 - $280 and takes 22h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Atlanta is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs $140 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Atlanta?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Atlanta station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Atlanta Bus Station via Kansas City Bus Station and St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 10m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Atlanta?

The distance between Des Moines and Atlanta is 762 miles. The road distance is 875.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Atlanta without a car is to bus which takes 21h 10m and costs $160 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Des Moines to Atlanta, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Atlanta?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Atlanta is to fly which takes 2h 36m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $300 and takes 21h 10m.

Where does the Des Moines to Atlanta bus arrive?

Des Moines to Atlanta bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Atlanta?

Atlanta is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 8:00 PM in Des Moines and 9:00 PM in Atlanta.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Atlanta?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Atlanta is 875 miles. It takes approximately 16h 9m to drive from Des Moines to Atlanta.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Atlanta?

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Des Moines to Atlanta - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Atlanta by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus (Greyhound), bus, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)plane DSM - ATL
2h 36m
$141–674
Bus via Indianapolis (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0100
22h 5m
$140–273
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
21h 10m
$163–292
Drive 870.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Atlantacar 870.3 mi
16h 9m
$159–230
Bus via Indianapolis #2
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Bloomington, INbus
3. Take the bus from Bloomington to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
22h 35m
$155–298
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to St. Louistrain
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
23h 16m
$173–372

Des Moines to Atlanta by bus

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Distance: 757.3 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

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

Delta, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Atlanta Bus Station via Kansas City, Kansas City Bus Station, and St Louis Bus Station in around 21h 10m.

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