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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kentucky is to bus which costs $100 - $170 and takes 12h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs $120 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Kentucky?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Kentucky. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Louisville, KY via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Kentucky?

The distance between Des Moines and Kentucky is 527 miles. The road distance is 583.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kentucky without a car is to bus which takes 12h 20m and costs $100 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Des Moines to Kentucky, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Kentucky?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kentucky is to fly which takes 4h 40m and costs $120 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Des Moines to Kentucky bus arrive?

Des Moines to Kentucky bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Kentucky?

Kentucky is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 6:23 PM in Des Moines and 7:23 PM in Kentucky.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Kentucky?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Kentucky is 583 miles. It takes approximately 9h 44m to drive from Des Moines to Kentucky.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to Kentucky?

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Where can I stay near Kentucky?

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

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Fly to Covington
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG)plane DSM - CVG
4h 40m
$122–628
Fly to Blue Grass Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane DSM - LEX
6h 48m
$86–405
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus Chicago
12h 20m
$105–167
Bus, train
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 Indianapolistrain
4. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Louisville, KYbus
17h 14m
$244–409
Drive 579.9 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Louisvillecar 579.9 mi
9h 44m
$106–153
Fly to Louisville International Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane DSM - SDF
5h 2m
$130–726
Fly to Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Owensboro–Daviess County Regional Airport (OWB)plane DSM - OWB
4h 41m
$95–417
Fly to Evansville, taxi
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Evansville (EVV)plane DSM - EVV
2. Take the taxi from Evansville (EVV) to Owensborotaxi
5h 39m
$174–513
Bus via Speedway
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis to El Mercadito Grocery - Clarksville, INbus Indianapolis
14h 56m
$111–172

Des Moines to Kentucky by bus

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Distance: 524.4 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Louisville, KY via Indianapolis Union Station in around 12h 20m.

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