What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa is to bus via Indianapolis which costs $150 - $310 and takes 25h.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $140 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Harrisburg, Pa?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Harrisburg Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h.

How far is it from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa?

The distance between Des Moines and Harrisburg, Pa is 909 miles. The road distance is 978 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa without a car is to bus which takes 24h and costs $170 - $310.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa?

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa bus from?

Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa is to fly which takes 5h 33m and costs $140 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $310 and takes 24h.

Where does the Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa bus arrive?

Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Harrisburg, Pa?

Harrisburg, Pa is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 10:00 AM in Des Moines and 11:00 AM in Harrisburg, Pa.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa is 978 miles. It takes approximately 16h 2m to drive from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa?

Book your Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Harrisburg, Pa?

There are 193+ hotels available in Harrisburg, Pa.

Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), bus, train, car, taxi, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to Harrisburg International Airport
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1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT)plane DSM - MDT
5h 33m
$149–673
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus FlixBus N2640 / ...
24h
$171–306
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Harrisburgtrain
24h 4m
$276–586
Drive 972.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pacar 972.3 mi
16h 2m
$178–257
Fly to Lancaster, taxi
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lancaster (LNS)plane DSM - LNS
2. Take the taxi from Lancaster-Airport-LNS to Harrisburg, Pataxi
6h 9m
$258–811
Fly to Philadelphia International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)plane DSM - PHL
2. Take the train from 30th Street Station to Harrisburgtrain
6h 5m
$241–1,044
Fly to Penn State University Park Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Penn State University Park Airport (SCE)plane DSM - SCE
2. Take the bus from State College Regional Airport to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus
7h 32m
$153–696
Bus via Indianapolis (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Harrisburg Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0421
25h
$156–303
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 Union Station to Pittsburgh Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Pittsburgh Amtrak Station to Harrisburgtrain
25h 15m
$307–660

Des Moines to Harrisburg, Pa by bus

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Distance: 903.5 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Harrisburg, Pa, PA, USA?

Delta, Allegiant Air, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Harrisburg International Airport (MDT) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Harrisburg Bus Station via Chicago Bus Station in around 24h.

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