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 44m.

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 44m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Des Moines to Galena?

The distance between Des Moines and Galena is 270 miles. The road distance is 201.5 miles.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m 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 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Des Moines to Galena.

Where can I stay near Galena?

There are 100+ hotels available in Galena.

Des Moines to Galena - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Galena by bus, car, or plane

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Bus, drive (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Moline Center Stationbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
2. Drive from Faye's Field to Galenacar
6h 42m
$43–76
Drive 200.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Galenacar 200.3 mi
3h 44m
$37–53
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 19m
$125–596
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 20m
$42–74
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 40m
$165–797
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
5h 51m
$125–596

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

122Weekly Planes

5h 43mAverage Duration

$91Cheapest Price

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Distance: 268.2 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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, walk to Centre Station, take the line 1 bus to Faye's Field, then drive to Galena. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Moines to Galena in around 3h 44m.

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