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How to get fromDes Moines to Red Wingby bus, train, car, or plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Red Wing by bus, train, car, or plane

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St. Paulbus bus Jefferson Lines 806 / ...
    2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Red Wing Stationtrain train Empire Builder / ...
    6h 34m
    $77–115

  2. Drive 244.3 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Des Moines to Red Wingcar car 244.3 mi
    4h 16m
    $45–65

  3. Fly, train

    1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane plane DSM - MSP
    2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Red Wing Stationtrain train
    3h 58m
    $102–530

  4. Bus, train via Des Moines

    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Saint Paul Union Depotbus bus Greyhound US0156
    2. Take the train from St. Paul-Minneapolis to Red Wing Stationtrain train Empire Builder / ...
    7h 30m
    $48–95

Des Moines to Red Wing by bus and train

Calendar11Weekly Services
Duration6h 34mAverage Duration
Ticket$77Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 292.7 mi
  • Duration: 6h 34m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Red Wing, MN, USA?

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Red Wing. However, you can take the bus to St. Paul, walk to St. Paul-Minneapolis, then take the train to Red Wing Station. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Moines to Red Wing in around 4h 16m.

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