What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to San Antonio?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to San Antonio is to drive which costs $170 - $260 and takes 15h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to San Antonio?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to San Antonio is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $200 - $950.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and San Antonio?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to San Antonio station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at San Antonio Bus Station via Kansas City Bus Station and Denton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 35m.

How far is it from Des Moines to San Antonio?

The distance between Des Moines and San Antonio is 893 miles. The road distance is 958.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to San Antonio without a car is to bus via Denton which takes 22h 35m and costs $180 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to San Antonio?

It takes approximately 5h 22m to get from Des Moines to San Antonio, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to San Antonio bus from?

Des Moines to San Antonio bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to San Antonio?

The best way to get from Des Moines to San Antonio is to fly which takes 5h 22m and costs $200 - $950. Alternatively, you can bus via Denton, which costs $180 - $320 and takes 22h 35m.

Where does the Des Moines to San Antonio bus arrive?

Des Moines to San Antonio bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to San Antonio?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to San Antonio is 959 miles. It takes approximately 15h 57m to drive from Des Moines to San Antonio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Des Moines to San Antonio?

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Where can I stay near San Antonio?

There are 1294+ hotels available in San Antonio.

Des Moines to San Antonio - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Des Moines to San Antonio by plane, bus (Flixbus), bus, train, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly to San Antonio International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT)plane DSM - SAT
5h 22m
$200–923
Drive 953.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to San Antoniocar 953.1 mi
15h 57m
$174–252
Bus via Denton
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Dentonbus
3. Take the bus from Denton to San Antonio Bus Stationbus
22h 35m
$188–312
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to St Louis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0153S
2. Take the train from St. Louis to San Antonio Stationtrain Texas Eagle
35h 56m
$394–820
Fly to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)plane DSM - AUS
2. Take the bus from Austin Eastside Bus Plaza to San Antonio Bus Stationbus
5h 39m
$202–898
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
2. Take the bus from Omaha to San Antoniobus Omaha-Aguascalientes
25h 40m
$262–281

Des Moines to San Antonio by bus

6Weekly Buses

22h 35mAverage Duration

$188Cheapest Price

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Distance: 888 mi
Duration: 5h 22m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and San Antonio, TX, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to San Antonio International Airport (SAT) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to San Antonio Bus Station via Kansas City, Kansas City Bus Station, and Denton in around 22h 35m.

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