What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Sturgis?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Sturgis is to drive which costs $110 - $180 and takes 9h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to Sturgis?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Sturgis is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 44m and costs $210 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Sturgis?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Sturgis. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Spearfish via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 7m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Sturgis?

The distance between Des Moines and Sturgis is 556 miles. The road distance is 654.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Sturgis without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 14h 23m and costs $210 - $320.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to Sturgis?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Des Moines to Sturgis, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to Sturgis bus from?

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

Where does the Des Moines to Sturgis bus arrive?

Des Moines to Sturgis bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

What is the time difference between Des Moines and Sturgis?

Sturgis is 1h behind Des Moines. It is currently 6:05 AM in Des Moines and 5:05 AM in Sturgis.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Sturgis?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Sturgis is 654 miles. It takes approximately 9h 41m to drive from Des Moines to Sturgis.

Where can I stay near Sturgis?

There are 175+ hotels available in Sturgis.

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There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Sturgis by plane, taxi, bus, or car

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Fly from Des Moines, taxi
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Rapid City (RAP)plane DSM - RAP
2. Take the taxi from Rapid-City-Airport-RAP to Sturgistaxi
4h 44m
$218–731
Drive 650.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Sturgiscar 650.7 mi
9h 41m
$119–172
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Omaha, NEbus
2. Take the bus from Omaha to Sioux Fallsbus
3. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Rapid Citybus
4. Take the taxi from Rapid City to Sturgistaxi
14h 23m
$215–318
Drive to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly, taxi
1. Drive from Des Moines to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)car
2. Fly from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Rapid City (RAP)plane FOD - RAP
3. Take the taxi from Rapid-City-Airport-RAP to Sturgistaxi
7h 35m
$192–554
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Spearfishbus Jefferson Lines 701
20h 7m
$270–370

Des Moines (DSM) to Rapid City (RAP) flights

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Distance: 553.1 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Sturgis, SD, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Sturgis via Minneapolis and Spearfish in around 20h 7m.

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How to get fromDes Moines to Sturgisby plane, taxi, bus, or car

There are 5 ways to get from Des Moines to Sturgis by plane, taxi, bus, or car

Fly from Des Moines, taxi

Drive 650.7 mi

Bus, taxi

Drive to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, fly, taxi

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