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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Lafayette is to bus which costs $70 - $140 and takes 10h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Lafayette is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $100 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Lafayette?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Lafayette station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 44m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Lafayette?

The distance between Des Moines and Lafayette is 370 miles. The road distance is 415.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Lafayette without a car is to bus which takes 10h 44m and costs $70 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Des Moines to Lafayette, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Lafayette?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Lafayette is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $100 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $140 and takes 10h 44m.

Where does the Des Moines to Lafayette bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Lafayette?

Lafayette is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 3:01 AM in Des Moines and 4:01 AM in Lafayette.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Lafayette?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Lafayette is 415 miles. It takes approximately 7h 30m to drive from Des Moines to Lafayette.

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

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Where can I stay near Lafayette?

There are 45+ hotels available in Lafayette.

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

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

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Fly to Purdue University Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Purdue University Airport (LAF)plane DSM - LAF
5h 30m
$104–522
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationbus Chicago
10h 44m
$73–140
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 Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain
12h 26m
$116–249
Drive 412.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Lafayettecar 412.8 mi
7h 30m
$76–109
Fly to Indianapolis, shuttle
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Indianapolis (IND)plane DSM - IND
2. Take a shuttle bus from Indianapolis Airport to Holiday Inn City Centreshuttle
5h 45m
$162–806
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Lafayette Amtrak Stationtrain Cardinal
11h 15m
$85–175

Des Moines to Lafayette by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

10h 44mAverage Duration

$73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 368.3 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

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

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Purdue University Airport (LAF) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Lafayette Amtrak Station via Chicago Bus Station and Chicago Union Station in around 10h 44m.

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