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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Burnsville is to drive which costs $40 - $60 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Burnsville is to fly which takes 2h 37m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Burnsville?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Des Moines and arriving at Burnsville. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Burnsville?

The distance between Des Moines and Burnsville is 237 miles. The road distance is 228.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Burnsville without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $60 - $85.

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

The bus from Des Moines to Burnsville takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs twice daily.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Burnsville?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Burnsville is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $60 - $85. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $600 and takes 2h 37m.

Where does the Des Moines to Burnsville bus arrive?

Des Moines to Burnsville bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Burnsville station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Burnsville?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Burnsville is 229 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Des Moines to Burnsville.

Where can I stay near Burnsville?

There are 437+ hotels available in Burnsville.

Des Moines to Burnsville - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Burnsville by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Burnsvillebus Jefferson 802 / ...
4h 10m
$60–85
Drive 227.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Burnsvillecar 227.4 mi
3h 42m
$42–60
Fly
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
2h 37m
$100–575
Bus via Clear Lake
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Clear Lake Jct.bus Jefferson Lines 802 / ...
2. Take the bus from Clear Lake Jct. to Burnsvillebus Jefferson 802
4h 50m
$72–106

Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

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Distance: 235.3 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Des Moines to Burnsville twice daily. Tickets cost $60–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, Delta flies from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) 4 times a day.

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