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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Rockford is to drive which costs $22 - $35 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Rockford is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs $22 - $35.

How far is it from Des Moines to Rockford?

The distance between Des Moines and Rockford is 187 miles. The road distance is 126.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Rockford without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 4h 8m and costs $150 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Des Moines to Rockford, including transfers.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Rockford?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Rockford is 126 miles. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Des Moines to Rockford.

Where can I stay near Rockford?

There are 18+ hotels available in Rockford.

Des Moines to Rockford - 3 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Des Moines to Rockford by bus, taxi, or car

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
2. Take the taxi from Waterloo to Rockfordtaxi
4h 8m
$159–215
Drive 125.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Rockfordcar 125.4 mi
2h 19m
$23–34
Bus, taxi via Cedar Falls
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Waterloobus Greyhound US0154S
2. Take the taxi from UNI Multimodal Transportation Center to Rockfordtaxi
5h 8m
$161–207

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Distance: 185.6 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Rockford. However, you can take the bus to Waterloo then take the taxi to Rockford. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Moines to Rockford in around 2h 19m.

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