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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Hays is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Hays is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $160 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Hays?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Hays. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Hays via Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 23m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Hays?

The distance between Des Moines and Hays is 363 miles. The road distance is 458.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Hays without a car is to bus which takes 11h 23m and costs $110 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Des Moines to Hays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Hays bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Hays?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Hays is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $160 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $190 and takes 11h 23m.

Where does the Des Moines to Hays bus arrive?

Des Moines to Hays bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Hays?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Hays is 459 miles. It takes approximately 7h 18m to drive from Des Moines to Hays.

Where can I stay near Hays?

There are 17+ hotels available in Hays.

Des Moines to Hays - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Hays by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly to Hays Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Hays Municipal Airport (HYS)plane DSM - HYS
4h 42m
$166–694
Drive 456 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Hayscar 456 mi
7h 18m
$84–121
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Haysbus Greyhound US0180s
11h 23m
$114–187
Fly to Dodge City Regional Airport, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Dodge City Regional Airport (DDC)plane DSM - DDC
2. Drive from Dodge City Regional Airport (DDC) to Hayscar
6h 39m
$166–699

Des Moines (DSM) to Hays Municipal Airport (HYS) flights

18Weekly Planes

5h 23mAverage Duration

$132Cheapest Price

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Distance: 360.9 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Hays, KS, USA?

United Airlines and Frontier Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Hays Municipal Airport (HYS) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Hays via Kansas City Bus Station and Hays in around 11h 23m.

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