There are 2 ways to get from Des Moines to Elk Horn by bus or car
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The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Elk Horn is to drive which costs $14 - $22 and takes 1h 26m.
The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Elk Horn is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs $14 - $22.
The distance between Des Moines and Elk Horn is 198 miles. The road distance is 84.4 miles.
It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Des Moines to Elk Horn, including transfers.
Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Elk Horn is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Des Moines to Elk Horn.
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, NE then drive to Elk Horn. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Moines to Elk Horn in around 1h 26m.
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- +1 214-849-8100
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- Website
- Greyhound
Bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NE
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 15m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- $25–40
- Website
- Greyhound
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