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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Bloomington is to bus which costs $40 - $80 and takes 7h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Bloomington is to fly which takes 1h 44m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Bloomington?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Bloomington station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at MOA Transit Station Gate C via Union Depot & Sibley Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Bloomington?

The distance between Des Moines and Bloomington is 244 miles. The road distance is 235.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Bloomington without a car is to bus via St. Paul which takes 5h 31m and costs $65 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 1h 44m to get from Des Moines to Bloomington, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Bloomington?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Bloomington is to fly which takes 1h 44m and costs $100 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus via St. Paul, which costs $65 - $95 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Des Moines to Bloomington bus arrive?

Des Moines to Bloomington bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Bloomington?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Bloomington is 236 miles. It takes approximately 3h 48m to drive from Des Moines to Bloomington.

Where can I stay near Bloomington?

There are 481+ hotels available in Bloomington.

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
1h 44m
$100–573
Bus #2 (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
7h 13m
$40–75
Bus via St. Paul
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus Jefferson Lines 806 / ...
5h 31m
$67–92
Drive 234.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Bloomingtoncar 234.4 mi
3h 48m
$43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
6h 41m
$67–93

Des Moines to Bloomington by bus

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Distance: 242.7 mi
Duration: 1h 44m

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

Delta flies from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 4 times a day. Alternatively, Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Des Moines to St. Paul twice daily. Tickets cost $60–90 and the journey takes 4h 40m.

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