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How to get fromDes Moines to Elk Hornby bus, car, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Des Moines to Elk Horn by bus, car, or taxi

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  1. Bus, drive

    best
    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omahabus bus Btw 1201 / ...
    2. Drive from Omaha to Elk Horncar car
    3h 19m

  2. Drive 84 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Des Moines to Elk Horncar car 84 mi
    1h 26m
    $16–23

  3. Bus, taxi

    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus bus Greyhound US0123S
    2. Take the taxi from Iowa Western Community College to Elk Horntaxi taxi
    4h 58m
    $162–222

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  • Distance: 193.6 mi
  • Duration: 3h 19m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Elk Horn, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Elk Horn. However, you can take the bus to Omaha then drive to Elk Horn. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Moines to Elk Horn in around 1h 26m.

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