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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Chaska is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Chaska is to fly and line 686 bus and line 698 bus which takes 3h 54m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Chaska?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Chaska station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at East Creek Station P&R & Hwy 41/Hwy 212 via Union Depot & Gate A1 and Marquette Ave & 10th St - Stop Group D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 16m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Chaska?

The distance between Des Moines and Chaska is 272 miles. The road distance is 242.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Chaska without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 55m and costs $110 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Des Moines to Chaska, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Des Moines to Chaska bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Chaska?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Chaska is 242 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Des Moines to Chaska.

Where can I stay near Chaska?

There are 91+ hotels available in Chaska.

Des Moines to Chaska - 5 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Chaska by bus, taxi, car, or plane

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the taxi from Minneapolis Bus Station to Chaskataxi
4h 55m
$119–160
Drive 240.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Chaskacar 240.7 mi
4h 1m
$44–64
Fly, line 686 bus, line 698 bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
2. Take the bus from MOA Transit Station Gate J to SW Station P&R & Technology Drbus
3. Take the bus from SW Station P&R & Technology Dr to East Creek Station P&R & Hwy 41/Hwy 212bus
3h 54m
$103–541
Bus via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus Jefferson Lines 806 / ...
2. Take the bus from Marquette Ave & 10th St - Stop Group D to East Creek Station P&R & Hwy 41/Hwy 212bus 698 / ...
7h 16m
$79–108
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
2. Take the bus from Marquette Ave & 10th St - Stop Group D to East Creek Station P&R & Hwy 41/Hwy 212bus 698 / ...
7h 49m
$77–106

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

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1h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 270.8 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Chaska via St. Paul, Union Depot & Gate A1, 7th St S & Nicollet Mall, Marquette Ave & 10th St - Stop Group D, and East Creek Station P&R & Hwy 41/Hwy 212 in around 7h 16m.

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