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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Covington is to bus which costs $85 - $190 and takes 14h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Covington is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $170 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Covington?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Covington. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Scott at 6th via Chicago Bus Station, Vine St & Martin Luther King Dr and 4th at Walnut. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 36m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Covington?

The distance between Des Moines and Covington is 527 miles. The road distance is 578.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Covington without a car is to bus via Chicago which takes 14h 36m and costs $95 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Des Moines to Covington, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Covington?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Covington is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $170 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus via Chicago, which costs $95 - $190 and takes 14h 36m.

Where does the Des Moines to Covington bus arrive?

Des Moines to Covington bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Covington?

Covington is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 7:56 PM in Des Moines and 8:56 PM in Covington.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Covington?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Covington is 579 miles. It takes approximately 9h 48m to drive from Des Moines to Covington.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Covington?

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Where can I stay near Covington?

There are 648+ hotels available in Covington.

Des Moines to Covington - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly to Covington
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG)plane DSM - CVG
4h 32m
$170–873
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Greyhound Station Cincinnatibus Detroit / ...
14h 50m
$85–187
Bus via Chicago
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Cincinnatibus FlixBus 2514 / ...
14h 36m
$98–182
Bus, train
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 Indianapolistrain
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis, IN to Greyhound Station Cincinnatibus
19h 29m
$156–353
Drive 575.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Covingtoncar 575.4 mi
9h 48m
$105–152
Fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane DSM - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Covingtoncar
5h 59m
$253–1,243

Des Moines to Covington by bus

11Weekly Buses

14h 36mAverage Duration

$98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 524.1 mi
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Covington, KY, USA?

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Scott at 6th via Chicago Bus Station, Cincinnati, Vine St & Martin Luther King Dr, Government Square Area B, and 4th at Walnut in around 14h 36m.

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