What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Grand Forks?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Grand Forks is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Grand Forks?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Grand Forks is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Grand Forks?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Grand Forks. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Grand Forks via Minneapolis and Fargo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 15m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Grand Forks?

The distance between Des Moines and Grand Forks is 494 miles. The road distance is 556.4 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Grand Forks without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Grand Forks without a car is to bus which takes 13h 15m and costs $130 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Grand Forks?

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Des Moines to Grand Forks, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Grand Forks bus from?

Des Moines to Grand Forks bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Grand Forks?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Grand Forks is to fly which takes 4h 1m and costs $120 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $210 and takes 13h 15m.

Where does the Des Moines to Grand Forks bus arrive?

Des Moines to Grand Forks bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Grand Forks?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Grand Forks is 556 miles. It takes approximately 9h 3m to drive from Des Moines to Grand Forks.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Grand Forks?

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Where can I stay near Grand Forks?

There are 51+ hotels available in Grand Forks.

Des Moines to Grand Forks - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Grand Forks by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, bus, or train

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Fly to Grand Forks International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Grand Forks International Airport (GFK)plane DSM - GFK
4h 1m
$129–591
Drive 553.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Grand Forkscar 553.1 mi
9h 3m
$101–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Fargobus
3. Take the bus from Fargo to Grand Forksbus
13h 15m
$131–205
Fly to Hector International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Hector International Airport (FAR)plane DSM - FAR
2. Take the taxi from Fargo-Airport-FAR to Grand Forkstaxi
4h 53m
$248–741
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Clear Lake Jct.bus
2. Take the bus from Clear Lake Jct. to St. Paulbus
3. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Detroit Lakes Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Detroit Lakes to Fargobus
5. Take the bus from Fargo to Grand Forksbus
15h 13m
$193–326
Bus via Brainerd
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Brainerdbus
3. Take the bus from Brainerd to Grand Forksbus
15h 25m
$133–215
Bus via Brainerd #2
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to MSP Airportbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis / St Paul Airport to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerdbus
3. Take the bus from Brainerd to Grand Forksbus
15h 46m
$179–227

Des Moines (DSM) to Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) flights

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6h 17mAverage Duration

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Distance: 490.7 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Grand Forks, ND, USA?

Delta flies from Des Moines (DSM) to Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Grand Forks via Minneapolis and Fargo in around 13h 15m.

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