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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Oakland is to fly which costs $140 - $600 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Oakland is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $180 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Oakland?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Oakland. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Oakland via Denver Union Station and Sparks Transit Center. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 40m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Oakland?

The distance between Des Moines and Oakland is 1560 miles. The road distance is 1799.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Oakland without a car is to bus which takes 42h 40m and costs $290 - $600.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Des Moines to Oakland, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Oakland?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Oakland is to fly which takes 5h 57m and costs $180 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $290 - $600 and takes 42h 40m.

Where does the Des Moines to Oakland bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Oakland?

Oakland is 2h behind Des Moines. It is currently 3:17 AM in Des Moines and 1:17 AM in Oakland.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Oakland?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Oakland is 1800 miles. It takes approximately 27h 15m to drive from Des Moines to Oakland.

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

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

Where can I stay near Oakland?

There are 782+ hotels available in Oakland.

Des Moines to Oakland - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and BART

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There are 8 ways to get from Des Moines to Oakland by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, car, or subway

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Fly to Oakland International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Oakland International Airport (OAK)plane DSM - OAK
5h 57m
$182–778
Fly to San Francisco International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)plane DSM - SFO
6h 15m
$149–585
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Sparks Transit Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Sparks Transit Center to Oaklandbus
42h 40m
$296–571
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Denverbus
3. Take the train from Denver to Emeryvilletrain
47h 46m
$521–1,019
Drive 1,789.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Oaklandcar 1,789.4 mi
27h 15m
$327–472
Fly to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport, BART
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport (SJC)plane DSM - SJC
2. Take the subway from Milpitas to 12th Street / Oakland City Centersubway
7h 11m
$188–784
Fly to Sacramento International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF)plane DSM - SMF
2. Take the train from Sacramento to Oaklandtrain
8h 46m
$203–830
Fly to Stockton Metropolitan Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK)plane DSM - SCK
2. Take the bus from Stockton to Dublin-Pleasanton Amtrak Stationbus
10h 44m
$216–822

Des Moines to Oakland by bus (Greyhound)

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42h 40mAverage Duration

$296Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,551.4 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

Southwest Airlines flies from Des Moines (DSM) to Oakland International Airport (OAK) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Oakland via Denver Union Station and Sparks Transit Center in around 42h 40m.

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