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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Killeen is to drive which costs $150 - $220 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Killeen is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $120 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Killeen?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Killeen. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Killeen via Kansas City Bus Station, Dallas Bus Station and Waco Bus Stop. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 35m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Killeen?

The distance between Des Moines and Killeen is 780 miles. The road distance is 838.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Killeen without a car is to bus via Waco which takes 21h 35m and costs $140 - $250.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Des Moines to Killeen, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Killeen?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Killeen is to fly which takes 5h 4m and costs $120 - $470. Alternatively, you can bus via Waco, which costs $140 - $250 and takes 21h 35m.

Where does the Des Moines to Killeen bus arrive?

Des Moines to Killeen bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Killeen?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Killeen is 838 miles. It takes approximately 14h to drive from Des Moines to Killeen.

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

Book your Des Moines to Killeen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Killeen?

There are 81+ hotels available in Killeen.

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

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

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Fly to Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport
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1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK)plane DSM - GRK
5h 4m
$122–468
Bus via Waco
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Waco Bus Stopbus
4. Take the bus from Waco Bus Stop to Killeenbus
21h 35m
$144–244
Drive 833.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Killeencar 833.3 mi
14h
$153–220
Fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane DSM - AUS
2. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to Killeenbus
6h 33m
$129–598
Fly to Waco, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Waco (ACT)plane DSM - ACT
2. Take the bus from Waco Bus Stop to Killeenbus
8h 32m
$134–489
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dallas Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Dallas Bus Station to Killeenbus
22h 25m
$168–272
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Wacobus
3. Take the bus from Waco Bus Stop to Killeenbus
22h 33m
$252–270

Des Moines to Killeen by bus

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21h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 775.5 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

American Airlines flies from Des Moines (DSM) to Killeen-Fort Hood Regional Airport (GRK) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Killeen via Kansas City Bus Station, Dallas Bus Station, and Waco Bus Stop in around 21h 35m.

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