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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Idaho is to drive which costs $240 - $360 and takes 20h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Idaho is to fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $170 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Idaho?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Idaho. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at S 9th St & W Grove St via Denver Union Station, Salt Lake City, Pocatello, ID - Red Lion and Boise Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 42m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Idaho?

The distance between Des Moines and Idaho is 1173 miles. The road distance is 1354.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Idaho without a car is to bus which takes 33h 42m and costs $360 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 5h 3m to get from Des Moines to Idaho, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Idaho?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Idaho is to fly which takes 5h 3m and costs $170 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $360 - $550 and takes 33h 42m.

Where does the Des Moines to Idaho bus arrive?

Des Moines to Idaho bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Denver station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Idaho?

Idaho is 1h behind Des Moines. It is currently 10:45 AM in Des Moines and 9:45 AM in Idaho.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Idaho?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Idaho is 1354 miles. It takes approximately 20h 49m to drive from Des Moines to Idaho.

Where can I stay near Idaho?

There are 321+ hotels available in Idaho.

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

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Fly to Boise Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Boise Airport (BOI)plane DSM - BOI
5h 3m
$179–772
Fly to Idaho Falls, bus
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Idaho Falls (IDA)plane DSM - IDA
2. Take the bus from Idaho Falls to Rexburgbus
6h 33m
$162–716
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denverbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Salt Lake City Intermodal Trans Ctrbus
3. Take the bus from Salt Lake City to Pocatellobus
4. Take the bus from Pocatello, ID - Red Lion to Boise, ID - Airportbus
33h 42m
$368–540
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus
2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Spokanetrain
3. Take the bus from Spokane to Boise, ID - Airportbus
46h 27m
$601–1,250
Drive 1,346.2 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Boisecar 1,346.2 mi
20h 49m
$246–355

Des Moines to Idaho by bus and foot

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33h 42mAverage Duration

$368Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,166.5 mi
Duration: 5h 3m

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

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Boise Airport (BOI) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to S 9th St & W Grove St via Denver, Denver Union Station, Salt Lake City, Pocatello, Pocatello, ID - Red Lion, Boise, ID - Airport, and Boise Airport in around 33h 42m.

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