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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Ohio is to bus via Indianapolis which costs $100 - $160 and takes 15h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Ohio is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $130 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Ohio?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Ohio. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Columbus via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 25m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Ohio?

The distance between Des Moines and Ohio is 633 miles. The road distance is 623 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Ohio without a car is to bus which takes 15h 25m and costs $100 - $170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Des Moines to Ohio, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Ohio?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Ohio is to fly which takes 4h 14m and costs $130 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $170 and takes 15h 25m.

Where does the Des Moines to Ohio bus arrive?

Des Moines to Ohio bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Ohio?

Ohio is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 5:40 PM in Des Moines and 6:40 PM in Ohio.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Ohio?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Ohio is 623 miles. It takes approximately 11h 28m to drive from Des Moines to Ohio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Ohio?

There are 578+ hotels available in Ohio.

Des Moines to Ohio - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromDes Moines to Ohio

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 10 ways to get from Des Moines to Ohio by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, bus, bus (Greyhound), or train

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE)plane DSM - CLE
4h 14m
$132–676
Fly to Dayton
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Dayton (DAY)plane DSM - DAY
5h 37m
$101–515
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Columbusbus FlixBus 2511 / ...
15h 25m
$102–162
Drive 619.4 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Columbuscar 619.4 mi
11h 28m
$113–164
Fly to John Glenn Columbus International Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH)plane DSM - CMH
4h 32m
$141–726
Fly to Covington
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Covington (CVG)plane DSM - CVG
5h 4m
$162–878
Fly to Akron
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Akron (CAK)plane DSM - CAK
5h 39m
$109–573
Fly to Detroit, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Detroit (DTW)plane DSM - DTW
2. Take the bus from Dearborn to Toledobus
5h 25m
$154–758
Bus via Indianapolis (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Indianapolis Union Stationbus Greyhound US0157S
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Columbusbus Greyhound US0421
15h 30m
$101–158
Bus, train
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 Toledotrain
4. Take the bus from Toledo to Columbus - Mound Stbus
17h 14m
$148–321

Des Moines to Ohio by bus

16Weekly Buses

15h 25mAverage Duration

$102Cheapest Price

See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Des Moines to Ohio.

Launch map view

Distance: 629.4 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

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

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Cleveland-Hopkins International Airport (CLE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Columbus via Chicago Bus Station in around 15h 25m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.