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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Malibu is to bus which costs $270 - $550 and takes 40h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Malibu is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $160 - $700.

How far is it from Des Moines to Malibu?

The distance between Des Moines and Malibu is 1492 miles. The road distance is 1720.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Malibu without a car is to bus which takes 40h 57m and costs $270 - $550.

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

It takes approximately 6h 36m to get from Des Moines to Malibu, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Malibu?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Malibu is to fly which takes 6h 36m and costs $160 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $270 - $550 and takes 40h 57m.

Where does the Des Moines to Malibu bus arrive?

Des Moines to Malibu bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Malibu?

Malibu is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 9:43 AM in Des Moines and 7:43 AM in Malibu.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Malibu?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Malibu is 1721 miles. It takes approximately 26h 39m to drive from Des Moines to Malibu.

Where can I stay near Malibu?

There are 202+ hotels available in Malibu.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Malibu?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Malibu. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Denver Union Station, Las Vegas Bus Terminal, Patsaouras Transit Plaza and 5th / Colorado. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 57m.

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

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Fly to Los Angeles International Airport
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1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DSM - LAX
6h 36m
$163–679
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
40h 57m
$272–524
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus Jefferson 803 / ...
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Los Angelestrain Southwest Chief
43h 8m
$607–1,279
Drive 1,710.8 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Malibucar 1,710.8 mi
26h 39m
$313–451
Fly to Burbank Bob Hope Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR)plane DSM - BUR
8h 30m
$253–1,027
Fly to Long Beach Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)plane DSM - LGB
9h 43m
$215–879
Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County, line 43 bus, train, tram, line 134 bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DSM - SNA
2. Take the bus from Harbor-Macarthur to Fullerton Trans Ctr Dock 2bus
3. Take the train from Fullerton to L.A. Union Stationtrain
4. Take the tram from 7th Street / Metro Center Station - Metro A & E Lines to Downtown Santa Monica Stationtram
5. Take the bus from 5th / Colorado to Civic Center / Stuart Ranchbus
10h 20m
$274–1,142

Des Moines to Malibu by bus and foot (Greyhound)

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Distance: 1,483.7 mi
Duration: 6h 36m

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

American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Civic Center / Stuart Ranch via Denver Union Station, Las Vegas Bus Terminal, Patsaouras Transit Plaza, 5th / Santa Monica, and 5th / Colorado in around 40h 57m.

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