What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Carson City?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Carson City is to bus which costs $270 - $440 and takes 38h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Carson City?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Carson City is to fly and bus which takes 7h 44m and costs $180 - $850.

How far is it from Des Moines to Carson City?

The distance between Des Moines and Carson City is 1419 miles. The road distance is 1603.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Carson City without a car is to bus which takes 38h 26m and costs $270 - $440.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Carson City?

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Des Moines to Carson City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Carson City bus from?

Des Moines to Carson City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Where does the Des Moines to Carson City bus arrive?

Des Moines to Carson City bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Carson City?

Carson City is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 6:25 AM in Des Moines and 4:25 AM in Carson City.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Carson City?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Carson City is 1603 miles. It takes approximately 24h 3m to drive from Des Moines to Carson City.

Where can I stay near Carson City?

There are 387+ hotels available in Carson City.

Des Moines to Carson City - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Carson City?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Carson City. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at S Stewart Street at Supreme Court via Denver Union Station, RTC CENTENNIAL PLAZA Bay B and RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 38h 26m.

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Carson City by plane, bus, bus (Greyhound), train, or car

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Fly to Reno/Tahoe International Airport, bus
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1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO)plane DSM - RNO
2. Take the bus from RTC TRANSFER CENTER and Meadowood Mall to Washington Street and W Plaza Streetbus
7h 44m
$183–833
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS to S Stewart Street at Supreme Courtbus
38h 26m
$271–434
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Denverbus
3. Take the train from Denver to Renotrain
4. Take the bus from RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS to S Stewart Street at Supreme Courtbus
42h
$443–918
Drive 1,594 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Carson Citycar 1,594 mi
24h 3m
$291–421
Fly to Bishop Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Bishop Airport (BIH)plane DSM - BIH
2. Take the bus from Bishop - Vons/Kmart, 1200 N. Main Street to Gardnerville - Smith's, 1341 US 395bus
11h 12m
$211–786

Des Moines to Carson City by bus

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38h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,410.5 mi
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Carson City, NV, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to S Stewart Street at Supreme Court via Denver Union Station, RTC CENTENNIAL PLAZA Bay B, RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay I 4SS, and RTC 4th STREET STATION Bay R 4SS in around 38h 26m.

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