What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak)?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) is to bus via Columbus which costs $120 - $310 and takes 28h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak)?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $200 - $1,000.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Charlotte Station (Amtrak)?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak). However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Graham St & Sylvania Ave via St Louis Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station and 4th St & Graham St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 16m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak)?

The distance between Des Moines and Charlotte Station (Amtrak) is 834 miles. The road distance is 1034.9 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) without a car is to bus which takes 26h 16m and costs $180 - $360.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak)?

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) bus from?

Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak)?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) is to fly which takes 3h 44m and costs $200 - $1,000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $180 - $360 and takes 26h 16m.

Where does the Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) bus arrive?

Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak)?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) is 1035 miles. It takes approximately 17h 41m to drive from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak).

Where can I stay near Charlotte Station (Amtrak)?

There are 916+ hotels available in Charlotte Station (Amtrak).

Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) - 6 ways to travel via train

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane DSM - CLT
3h 44m
$202–977
Bus via Columbus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Columbus - Mound Stbus
3. Take the bus from Columbus - Mound St to Hurricanebus
4. Take the bus from Hurricane to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
28h 19m
$124–308
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Charlotte Bus Stationbus
26h 16m
$184–351
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Carytrain
3. Take the train from Cary to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain
36h 38m
$440–955
Drive 1,028.9 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak)car 1,028.9 mi
17h 41m
$188–272
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Raleigh Union Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Raleigh Union Station to Charlotte Amtrak Stationtrain
37h 36m
$476–1,039

Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) by bus and foot

14Weekly Services

26h 16mAverage Duration

$184Cheapest Price

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Distance: 829.6 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Charlotte Station (Amtrak), NC, USA?

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Charlotte Station (Amtrak) via St Louis Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, Charlotte Bus Station, 4th St & Graham St, and Graham St & Sylvania Ave in around 26h 16m.

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