What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Michigan City?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Michigan City is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Michigan City?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Michigan City is to fly and train which takes 3h 58m and costs $100 - $490.

How far is it from Des Moines to Michigan City?

The distance between Des Moines and Michigan City is 380 miles. The road distance is 373.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Michigan City without a car is to bus and train which takes 8h 15m and costs $95 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Michigan City?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Des Moines to Michigan City, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Michigan City?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Michigan City is 374 miles. It takes approximately 6h 22m to drive from Des Moines to Michigan City.

Where can I stay near Michigan City?

There are 239+ hotels available in Michigan City.

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Michigan City by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Chicago Midway International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)plane DSM - MDW
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 11th St.train
3h 58m
$100–487
Drive 371.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Michigan Citycar 371.8 mi
6h 22m
$68–98
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicagobus Btw 1202 / ...
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 11th St.train Ssl / ...
8h 15m
$99–132
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 11th St.train
4h 26m
$90–417
Fly to South Bend, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to South Bend (SBN)plane DSM - SBN
2. Take the train from South Bend Airport to 11th Streettrain
5h 35m
$155–830
Bus, train via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the train from Van Buren St. to 11th St.train Ssl / ...
9h 10m
$94–126
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 Van Buren St. to 11th St.train Ssl
10h 29m
$118–200

Des Moines to Michigan City by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 378 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Michigan City. However, you can take the taxi to Des-Moines-Airport-DSM airport, fly to Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW), walk to Midway, take the subway to Harold Washington Library, walk to Van Buren St., then take the train to 11th St.. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to 11th St. via Chicago, Jackson & Clinton, Michigan & Van Buren/Ida B. Wells, and Van Buren St. in around 8h 15m.

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