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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Norfolk is to bus which costs $210 - $420 and takes 36h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Norfolk is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $180 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Norfolk?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Norfolk. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Dntc via Indianapolis Union Station, Philadelphia Bus Station and Virginia Beach & Birch Lake. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 44m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Norfolk?

The distance between Des Moines and Norfolk is 1005 miles. The road distance is 1164.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Norfolk without a car is to bus and train which takes 31h 55m and costs $380 - $800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Des Moines to Norfolk, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Norfolk?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Norfolk is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $180 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $210 - $420 and takes 36h 44m.

Where does the Des Moines to Norfolk bus arrive?

Des Moines to Norfolk bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Indianapolis Union Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Norfolk?

Norfolk is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 12:23 AM in Des Moines and 1:23 AM in Norfolk.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Norfolk?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Norfolk is 1165 miles. It takes approximately 20h 17m to drive from Des Moines to Norfolk.

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

Book your Des Moines to Norfolk bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Norfolk?

There are 320+ hotels available in Norfolk.

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

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to Norfolk by plane, bus, train, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), or car

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Fly to Norfolk International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF)plane DSM - ORF
4h 48m
$184–752
Fly to Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Newport News-Williamsburg International Airport (PHF)plane DSM - PHF
8h 36m
$172–775
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Petersburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Norfolktrain
31h 55m
$380–758
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Philadelphia Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Philadelphia Bus Station to Virginia Beachbus
36h 44m
$215–413
Drive 1,158.1 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Norfolkcar 1,158.1 mi
20h 17m
$212–306
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 Petersburg Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Petersburg Amtrak Station to Norfolktrain
33h 6m
$410–831

Des Moines to Norfolk by bus, foot, and train

7Weekly Services

31h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 999.2 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Norfolk International Airport (ORF) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Dntc via Indianapolis Union Station, Philadelphia Bus Station, Virginia Beach, and Virginia Beach & Birch Lake in around 36h 44m.

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