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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Galena is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Galena is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Des Moines to Galena?

The distance between Des Moines and Galena is 269 miles. The road distance is 206 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h 39m to get from Des Moines to Galena, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Galena?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Galena is 206 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Des Moines to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 119+ hotels available in Galena.

Des Moines to Galena - 7 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Galena by bus, car, or plane

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Bus, drive via East Moline (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Moline Center Stationbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
2. Drive from 20 St & 1 Ave to Galenacar
6h 39m
$40–69
Drive 204.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Galenacar 204.8 mi
3h 54m
$38–54
Fly to The Eastern Iowa Airport, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID)plane DSM - CID
2. Drive from Cedar-Rapids-Airport-CID to Galenacar
6h 13m
$106–478
Bus, drive (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Moline Center Stationbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
2. Drive from Bettendorf City Library to Galenacar
6h 59m
$40–70
Bus, drive via Iowa City (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Moline Center Stationbus
3. Drive from Burlington Coat Factory to Galenacar
7h 38m
$39–68
Fly to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Dane County Regional Airport-Truax Field (MSN)plane DSM - MSN
2. Drive from Madison-Airport-MSN to Galenacar
5h 56m
$135–697
Fly to Quad City International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane DSM - MLI
2. Drive from Moline-Airport-MLI to Galenacar
6h 27m
$104–475

Des Moines (DSM) to The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) flights

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5h 51mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.2 mi
Duration: 6h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Galena. However, you can take the bus to Moline Center Station, take the line 10 bus to 20 St & 1 Ave, then drive to Galena. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Moines to Galena in around 3h 54m.

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