What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island is to bus via Iowa City which costs $25 - $45 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island is to drive which takes 2h 52m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Rock Island?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Des Moines and arriving at Davenport. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The distance between Des Moines and Rock Island is 172 miles. The road distance is 165.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island without a car is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $26 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The bus from Des Moines to Davenport takes 3h 30m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Rock Island bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Rock Island?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Rock Island is to bus which takes 3h 30m and costs $26 - $45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $95 - $490 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Des Moines to Rock Island bus arrive?

Des Moines to Rock Island bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Davenport station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Rock Island?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Rock Island is 166 miles. It takes approximately 2h 52m to drive from Des Moines to Rock Island.

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

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

Where can I stay near Rock Island?

There are 97+ hotels available in Rock Island.

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Rock Island by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Davenportbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
3h 30m
$26–45
Bus via Iowa City (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0123S / ...
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Davenportbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
4h 15m
$25–41
Drive 164.6 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Rock Islandcar 164.6 mi
2h 52m
$30–44
Fly
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane DSM - MLI
5h 27m
$96–485

Des Moines to Rock Island by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 170.8 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Rock Island, IL, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Des Moines to Davenport 3 times a day. Tickets cost $26–45 and the journey takes 3h 30m. Alternatively, United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Quad City International Airport (MLI) every 2 hours.

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