What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Santa Fe?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Santa Fe is to drive which costs $170 - $250 and takes 16h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Santa Fe?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Santa Fe is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $160 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Santa Fe?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Santa Fe. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Santa Fe via Denver Union Station and Pueblo, CO. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 41m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Santa Fe?

The distance between Des Moines and Santa Fe is 807 miles. The road distance is 949.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Santa Fe without a car is to bus and train which takes 22h 35m and costs $290 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Santa Fe?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Des Moines to Santa Fe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Santa Fe bus from?

Des Moines to Santa Fe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Santa Fe?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Santa Fe is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $160 - $700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $190 - $330 and takes 22h 41m.

Where does the Des Moines to Santa Fe bus arrive?

Des Moines to Santa Fe bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Santa Fe?

Santa Fe is 1h behind Des Moines. It is currently 6:37 AM in Des Moines and 5:37 AM in Santa Fe.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Santa Fe?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Santa Fe is 950 miles. It takes approximately 16h 3m to drive from Des Moines to Santa Fe.

Where can I stay near Santa Fe?

There are 246+ hotels available in Santa Fe.

Des Moines to Santa Fe - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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

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Fly Des Moines to Santa Fe Municipal Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF)plane DSM - SAF
5h 2m
$169–697
Drive to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly to Santa Fe Municipal Airport
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1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)car
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF)plane FOD - SAF
12h 55m
$123–470
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Lamy Stationtrain Southwest Chief
22h 35m
$295–614
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Denver Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Pueblo Transitbus
3. Take the bus from Pueblo, CO to Santa Febus
22h 41m
$191–322
Drive 944 mi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Santa Fecar 944 mi
16h 3m
$173–249
Fly Des Moines to Albuquerque International Airport, train
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Albuquerque International Airport (ABQ)plane DSM - ABQ
2. Take the train from Downtown Albuquerque Rail Runner Station to Santa Fe Depot Rail Runner Stationtrain
8h 1m
$204–931

Des Moines to Santa Fe by bus, foot, and train

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22h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 802.1 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Santa Fe, NM, USA?

United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Santa Fe Municipal Airport (SAF) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Santa Fe via Denver Union Station, Pueblo, CO, and Santa Fe in around 22h 41m.

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