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How to get fromDes Moines to Saint Charlesby plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Des Moines to Saint Charles by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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  1. Fly

    best
    1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL)plane plane DSM - STL
    5h 8m
    $162–825
  2. Drive 310.1 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Des Moines to Saint Charlescar car 310.1 mi
    6h 19m
    $57–82
  3. Bus (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus bus Greyhound US0153S
    9h 45m
    $70–128

Des Moines to Saint Charles by bus and train (Greyhound)

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration9h 45mAverage Duration
Ticket$70Cheapest Price
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Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Saint Charles, MO, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) hourly. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $65–130 and the journey takes 8h 20m.

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