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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Louisiana is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 17h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Louisiana is to fly which takes 4h 47m and costs $160 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Louisiana?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Louisiana station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at New Orleans Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 10m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Louisiana?

The distance between Des Moines and Louisiana is 832 miles. The road distance is 995 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Louisiana without a car is to bus and train which takes 25h 12m and costs $340 - $700.

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

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

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Louisiana?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Louisiana is to fly which takes 4h 49m and costs $200 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $350 and takes 26h 10m.

Where does the Des Moines to Louisiana bus arrive?

Des Moines to Louisiana bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at St Louis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Louisiana?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Louisiana is 995 miles. It takes approximately 17h 20m to drive from Des Moines to Louisiana.

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

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

Where can I stay near Louisiana?

There are 1087+ hotels available in Louisiana.

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

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

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Fly to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)plane DSM - MSY
4h 49m
$208–921
Fly to Shreveport
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Shreveport (SHV)plane DSM - SHV
5h 53m
$148–671
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Champaignbus Btw 1402
2. Take the train from Champaign-Urbana to New Orleans Union Passenger Terminaltrain City of New Orleans
25h 12m
$343–664
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0153S
2. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to New Orleans Bus Stationbus Greyhound US1173
26h 10m
$216–344
Drive 989.2 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to New Orleanscar 989.2 mi
17h 20m
$181–261
Fly to Lafayette Regional Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lafayette Regional Airport (LFT)plane DSM - LFT
4h 48m
$169–734
Fly to Lake Charles Regional Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lake Charles Regional Airport (LCH)plane DSM - LCH
4h 47m
$169–734

Des Moines to Louisiana by bus and train

7Weekly Services

25h 12mAverage Duration

$343Cheapest Price

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Distance: 827 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to New Orleans Bus Station via St Louis Bus Station in around 26h 10m.

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