What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Le Claire?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Le Claire is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Le Claire?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Le Claire is to drive which takes 2h 56m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Le Claire?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Le Claire station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Moline Center Station via Iowa City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Le Claire?

The distance between Des Moines and Le Claire is 182 miles. The road distance is 174.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Le Claire without a car is to bus via Iowa City which takes 4h 49m and costs $75 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Le Claire?

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Des Moines to Le Claire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Le Claire bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Le Claire?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Le Claire is to bus via Iowa City which takes 4h 49m and costs $75 - $100. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $450 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Des Moines to Le Claire bus arrive?

Des Moines to Le Claire bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Iowa City station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Le Claire?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Le Claire is 175 miles. It takes approximately 2h 56m to drive from Des Moines to Le Claire.

Where can I stay near Le Claire?

There are 95+ hotels available in Le Claire.

Des Moines to Le Claire - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Le Claire by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus via Iowa City (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Moline Center Stationbus Greyhound US0155S
4h 49m
$75–100
Drive 173.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Le Clairecar 173.5 mi
2h 56m
$32–46
Fly
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane DSM - MLI
4h 16m
$129–443
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Moline Center Stationbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
4h 52m
$63–88

Des Moines (DSM) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) flights

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Distance: 181.3 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Le Claire via Iowa City and Moline Center Station in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) every 4 hours.

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