What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to South Dakota?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to South Dakota is to drive which costs $50 - $75 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to South Dakota?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to South Dakota is to fly which takes 3h 42m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and South Dakota?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to South Dakota. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Sioux Falls via Omaha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

How far is it from Des Moines to South Dakota?

The distance between Des Moines and South Dakota is 338 miles. The road distance is 285.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to South Dakota without a car is to bus which takes 7h 14m and costs $80 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to South Dakota?

It takes approximately 7h 14m to get from Des Moines to South Dakota, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to South Dakota bus from?

Des Moines to South Dakota bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to South Dakota?

The best way to get from Des Moines to South Dakota is to bus which takes 7h 14m and costs $80 - $140. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $110 - $550 and takes 5h 2m.

Where does the Des Moines to South Dakota bus arrive?

Des Moines to South Dakota bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Omaha, NE station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to South Dakota?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to South Dakota is 286 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Des Moines to South Dakota.

Where can I stay near South Dakota?

There are 80+ hotels available in South Dakota.

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There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to South Dakota by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus Greyhound US0123S
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Sioux Fallsbus Jefferson Lines 705 / ...
7h 14m
$83–131
Drive 284.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Sioux Fallscar 284.2 mi
4h 29m
$52–75
Fly to Watertown Municipal Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Watertown Municipal Airport (ATY)plane DSM - ATY
5h 2m
$113–534
Bus via Albert Lea
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Albert Leabus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Sioux Fallsbus Jefferson 701 / ...
10h 9m
$94–136
Fly to Aberdeen Regional Airport
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR)plane DSM - ABR
3h 42m
$120–587
Fly to Sioux Falls
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Sioux Falls (FSD)plane DSM - FSD
4h 57m
$105–523
Fly to Rapid City
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Rapid City (RAP)plane DSM - RAP
6h 1m
$139–636

Des Moines (DSM) to Watertown Municipal Airport (ATY) flights

33Weekly Planes

7h 6mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 335.7 mi
Duration: 7h 14m

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

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Sioux Falls via Omaha and Sioux Falls in around 7h 14m. Alternatively, Delta and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Watertown Municipal Airport (ATY) 5 times a day.

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How to get fromDes Moines to South Dakotaby bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to South Dakota by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

Bus

Drive 284.2 mi

Fly to Watertown Municipal Airport

Bus via Albert Lea

Fly to Aberdeen Regional Airport

Fly to Sioux Falls

Fly to Rapid City