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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Okoboji is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Okoboji is to drive which takes 4h 2m and costs $35 - $55.

How far is it from Des Moines to Okoboji?

The distance between Des Moines and Okoboji is 455 miles. The road distance is 196.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Okoboji without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 9h 36m and costs $170 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 9h 36m to get from Des Moines to Okoboji, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Okoboji?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Okoboji is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Des Moines to Okoboji.

Where can I stay near Okoboji?

There are 93+ hotels available in Okoboji.

Des Moines to Okoboji - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Okoboji by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Jacksonbus
3. Take the taxi from Jackson to Okobojitaxi
9h 36m
$174–240
Drive 195.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Okobojicar 195.7 mi
4h 2m
$36–52
Bus, taxi via Owatonna
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Owatonnabus
2. Take the bus from Owatonna to Mankatobus
3. Take the bus from Mankato to Fairmontbus
4. Take the bus from Fairmont to Jacksonbus
5. Take the taxi from Jackson to Okobojitaxi
10h 46m
$170–287
Bus, taxi via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Jacksonbus
3. Take the taxi from Jackson to Okobojitaxi
10h 56m
$200–270

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Map of how to get from Des Moines to Okoboji.

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Distance: 452.7 mi
Duration: 9h 36m

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

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Okoboji. However, you can take the bus to Minneapolis Bus Station, take the bus to Jackson, then take the taxi to Okoboji. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Moines to Okoboji in around 4h 2m.

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