What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to El Paso?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to El Paso is to bus which costs $170 - $250 and takes 23h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to El Paso?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to El Paso is to fly and bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $310 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and El Paso?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to El Paso. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at El Paso via On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside and 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 42m.

How far is it from Des Moines to El Paso?

The distance between Des Moines and El Paso is 1028 miles. The road distance is 1133 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to El Paso without a car is to bus which takes 23h 42m and costs $170 - $250.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to El Paso?

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Des Moines to El Paso, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to El Paso bus from?

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

Where does the Des Moines to El Paso bus arrive?

Des Moines to El Paso bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and El Paso?

El Paso is 1h behind Des Moines. It is currently 6:06 AM in Des Moines and 5:06 AM in El Paso.

Can I drive from Des Moines to El Paso?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to El Paso is 1133 miles. It takes approximately 20h 48m to drive from Des Moines to El Paso.

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

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Where can I stay near El Paso?

There are 427+ hotels available in El Paso.

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

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

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to El Paso International Airport (ELP)plane DSM - ELP
2. Take the bus from Estación Aeropuerto - Exprés to Estación Ramón Coronabus
6h 24m
$310–947
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus Kansas City
23h 42m
$171–241
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the bus from Los Lunas Rail Runner Station to El Paso Bus Stationbus
28h 41m
$322–684
Drive 1,126.5 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to El Pasocar 1,126.5 mi
20h 48m
$206–297
Bus via Denver (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0123S
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to El Paso Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1140
29h 10m
$218–370

Des Moines to El Paso by bus

7Weekly Buses

23h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,021.9 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and El Paso, TX, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to El Paso via Kansas City Bus Station, On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside, On Southwest Blvd At 27Th St Southbound, and 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City in around 23h 42m.

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