What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Highland Park?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Highland Park is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 9h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Highland Park?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Highland Park is to fly and train which takes 3h 45m and costs $90 - $490.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Highland Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Highland Park. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Laurel Ave & 2nd St via Union Station Transit Center, Michigan & Hubbard and Howard CTA Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Highland Park?

The distance between Des Moines and Highland Park is 349 miles. The road distance is 331.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Highland Park without a car is to bus which takes 9h 51m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Highland Park?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Des Moines to Highland Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Highland Park bus from?

Des Moines to Highland Park bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Where does the Des Moines to Highland Park bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Highland Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Highland Park is 331 miles. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Des Moines to Highland Park.

Where can I stay near Highland Park?

There are 258+ hotels available in Highland Park.

Des Moines to Highland Park - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Highland Park by plane, train, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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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 Highland Parktrain
3h 45m
$94–482
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
9h 51m
$55–101
Drive 329.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Highland Parkcar 329.1 mi
5h 56m
$61–87
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 Highland Parktrain
4h 4m
$84–412
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Carl Sandburg / ...
9h 56m
$88–177

Des Moines to Highland Park by bus and foot (Greyhound)

38Weekly Services

9h 51mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 347.1 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Highland Park, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost $50–95 and the journey takes 7h 5m.

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