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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Des Plaines is to bus which costs $55 - $90 and takes 8h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 1h 55m and costs $65 - $410.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Des Plaines?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Des Plaines. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Washington & Canal via Jefferson & Harrison. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Des Plaines?

The distance between Des Moines and Des Plaines is 309 miles. The road distance is 323.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Des Plaines without a car is to bus which takes 8h 13m and costs $55 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Des Moines to Des Plaines, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Des Plaines?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Des Plaines is to fly which takes 1h 55m and costs $65 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Des Moines to Des Plaines bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Des Plaines?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Des Plaines is 324 miles. It takes approximately 5h 44m to drive from Des Moines to Des Plaines.

Where can I stay near Des Plaines?

There are 381+ hotels available in Des Plaines.

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

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

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Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
1h 55m
$65–408
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
8h 13m
$59–90
Drive 321.9 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Des Plainescar 321.9 mi
5h 44m
$59–85
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Des Plainestrain
3h 23m
$85–453
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
9h 35m
$79–154

Des Moines to Des Plaines by bus and train (Greyhound)

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8h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 307.6 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Des Plaines, IL, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) every 3 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $50–85 and the journey takes 7h 5m.

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