What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Saint Ignace?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Saint Ignace is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 12h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Saint Ignace?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Saint Ignace is to fly and bus which takes 5h 31m and costs $120 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Saint Ignace?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Saint Ignace. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at St. Ignace via Chicago Union Station and Grand Rapids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 38m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Saint Ignace?

The distance between Des Moines and Saint Ignace is 608 miles. The road distance is 660.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Saint Ignace without a car is to bus and train which takes 20h 38m and costs $130 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Saint Ignace?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Des Moines to Saint Ignace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Saint Ignace bus from?

Des Moines to Saint Ignace bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Saint Ignace?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Saint Ignace is to fly which takes 7h 9m and costs $110 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $250 and takes 20h 38m.

Where does the Des Moines to Saint Ignace bus arrive?

Des Moines to Saint Ignace bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Saint Ignace?

Saint Ignace is 1h ahead of Des Moines. It is currently 10:54 AM in Des Moines and 11:54 AM in Saint Ignace.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Saint Ignace?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Saint Ignace is 660 miles. It takes approximately 12h 19m to drive from Des Moines to Saint Ignace.

Where can I stay near Saint Ignace?

There are 105+ hotels available in Saint Ignace.

Des Moines to Saint Ignace - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to Saint Ignace by plane, bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound, Amtrak)

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Fly to Chippewa County International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chippewa County International Airport (CIU)plane DSM - CIU
2. Take the bus from Kinross to St. Ignace Transportation Centerbus
5h 31m
$125–545
Fly to Pellston
cheapest
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Pellston (PLN)plane DSM - PLN
7h 9m
$115–519
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to St. Ignacebus
20h 38m
$132–274
Drive 656.3 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Saint Ignacecar 656.3 mi
12h 19m
$120–173
Fly to Alpena County Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Alpena County Regional Airport (APN)plane DSM - APN
2. Take the bus from Alpena to St. Ignacebus
9h 34m
$151–587
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicago Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Union Station to Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Grand Rapids to St. Ignacebus
20h 38m
$142–249
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to East Lansing Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from East Lansing, MI to St. Ignace, MIbus
20h 55m
$169–360

Des Moines to Saint Ignace by bus, foot, and train

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20h 38mAverage Duration

$132Cheapest Price

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Distance: 604.8 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Saint Ignace, MI, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Pellston (PLN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to St. Ignace via Chicago Bus Station, Chicago Union Station, Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station, and Grand Rapids in around 20h 38m.

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