What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Fort Jackson?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Fort Jackson is to drive which costs $190 - $280 and takes 19h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Fort Jackson?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Fort Jackson is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $420 - $1,800.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Fort Jackson?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Fort Jackson. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Elgin Bus Stop via St Louis Bus Station and Atlanta Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 42m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Fort Jackson?

The distance between Des Moines and Fort Jackson is 895 miles. The road distance is 1070.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Fort Jackson without a car is to bus which takes 26h 42m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Fort Jackson?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Des Moines to Fort Jackson, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Fort Jackson bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Fort Jackson?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Fort Jackson is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $420 - $1,800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 26h 42m.

Where does the Des Moines to Fort Jackson bus arrive?

Des Moines to Fort Jackson bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Fort Jackson?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Fort Jackson is 1070 miles. It takes approximately 19h 27m to drive from Des Moines to Fort Jackson.

Where can I stay near Fort Jackson?

There are 405+ hotels available in Fort Jackson.

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

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

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Fly to Columbia
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbia (CAE)plane DSM - CAE
5h 30m
$428–1,706
Drive 1,063.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Jacksoncar 1,063.9 mi
19h 27m
$195–281
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Atlanta Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Atlanta Bus Station to Elgin Bus Stopbus
26h 42m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicagobus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Raleigh Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Raleigh Bus Station to Elgin Bus Stopbus
37h 26m
Fly to Charlotte Douglas International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT)plane DSM - CLT
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Bus Station to Camdenbus
6h 37m
$299–1,090
Fly to Florence Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Florence Regional Airport (FLO)plane DSM - FLO
2. Take the bus from Florence Bus Station to Elgin Bus Stopbus
7h 44m

Des Moines (DSM) to Columbia (CAE) flights

86Weekly Planes

6h 18mAverage Duration

$342Cheapest Price

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Distance: 889.5 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Fort Jackson, SC, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Columbia (CAE) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Fort Jackson via St Louis Bus Station, Atlanta Bus Station, and Elgin Bus Stop in around 26h 42m.

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