What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes is to bus and train which costs $55 - $110 and takes 9h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes is to fly and train which takes 4h 8m and costs $95 - $490.

How far is it from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

The distance between Des Moines and Great Lakes is 358 miles. The road distance is 334.6 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Great Lakes without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 32m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Great Lakes?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Great Lakes is 335 miles. It takes approximately 6h 3m to drive from Des Moines to Great Lakes.

Where can I stay near Great Lakes?

There are 152+ hotels available in Great Lakes.

Des Moines to Great Lakes - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Great Lakes by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain
4h 8m
$95–483
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain Up-N
9h 32m
$58–105
Drive 332.7 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Great Lakescar 332.7 mi
6h 3m
$61–88
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Great Lakestrain
4h 27m
$85–413
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Great Lakestrain
10h 19m
$89–179

Des Moines to Great Lakes by bus and train

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9h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 356.3 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Great Lakes. However, you can take the taxi to Des-Moines-Airport-DSM airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), walk to Midway, take the subway to LaSalle/Van Buren, walk to Chicago OTC, then take the train to Great Lakes. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Great Lakes via Chicago Bus Station, Desplaines & Harrison Terminal, Washington & Canal, and Chicago OTC in around 9h 32m.

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