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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $140 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Kentucky Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Taylor @ Larchmont via Indianapolis Union Station, W Broadway @ S 11th and Eastern Parkway @ Bardstown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 51m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby?

The distance between Des Moines and Kentucky Derby is 493 miles. The road distance is 587.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby without a car is to bus which takes 13h 51m and costs $100 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby is to fly which takes 5h 25m and costs $140 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $180 and takes 13h 51m.

Where does the Des Moines to Kentucky Derby bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Kentucky Derby is 587 miles. It takes approximately 9h 52m to drive from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby.

Where can I stay near Kentucky Derby?

There are 610+ hotels available in Kentucky Derby.

Des Moines to Kentucky Derby - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby by plane, bus (Greyhound, Amtrak), bus, train, or car

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Fly to Louisville International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF)plane DSM - SDF
5h 25m
$140–726
Fly to Blue Grass Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Blue Grass Airport (LEX)plane DSM - LEX
2. Drive from Lexington-Airport-LEX to Kentucky Derbycar
5h 45m
$96–422
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
13h 51m
$109–174
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
18h 45m
$246–414
Drive 583.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Kentucky Derbycar 583.8 mi
9h 52m
$100–145
Fly to Covington, drive
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG)plane DSM - CVG
2. Drive from Covington (CVG) to Kentucky Derbycar
5h 32m
$145–698

Des Moines to Kentucky Derby by bus and foot

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13h 51mAverage Duration

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Distance: 490.6 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Louisville International Airport (SDF) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Kentucky Derby via Indianapolis Union Station, Louisville, KY, W Broadway @ S 11th, Eastern Parkway @ Bardstown, and Taylor @ Larchmont in around 13h 51m.

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