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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kenosha is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kenosha is to fly and train which takes 5h 12m and costs $75 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Kenosha?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Kenosha station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street via Chicago Bus Station and Mitchell Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Kenosha?

The distance between Des Moines and Kenosha is 349 miles. The road distance is 356.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kenosha without a car is to bus and train which takes 9h 56m and costs $65 - $100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 24m to get from Des Moines to Kenosha, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Des Moines to Kenosha bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Kenosha?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Kenosha is 356 miles. It takes approximately 6h 19m to drive from Des Moines to Kenosha.

Where can I stay near Kenosha?

There are 58+ hotels available in Kenosha.

Des Moines to Kenosha - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Kenosha by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Flixbus)

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Fly to General Mitchell International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DSM - MKE
2. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus
5h 24m
$100–507
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Clybourn to Kenoshatrain
5h 28m
$62–287
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Kenoshatrain Up-N
9h 56m
$68–99
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 Kenoshatrain
11h 19m
$131–205
Drive 354.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Kenoshacar 354.1 mi
6h 19m
$65–94
Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Chicago OTC to Kenoshatrain
5h 12m
$77–366
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Mitchell Airportbus
3. Take the bus from Mitchell Airport to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Streetbus
11h 47m
$78–122

Des Moines to Kenosha by bus and train

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9h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 346.6 mi
Duration: 5h 24m

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

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Metro Train Station - 13th Avenue and 54th Street via Chicago Bus Station, Milwaukee Mitchell Airport, and Mitchell Airport in around 11h 47m.

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