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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Waconia is to drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 4h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Waconia is to fly and line 686 bus and line 698 bus and taxi which takes 4h 6m and costs $110 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Waconia?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Waconia. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Mound TC & Shoreline Dr via Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 22m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Waconia?

The distance between Des Moines and Waconia is 277 miles. The road distance is 246.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Waconia without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 5h 5m and costs $130 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Des Moines to Waconia, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Des Moines to Waconia bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Waconia?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Waconia is 246 miles. It takes approximately 4h 34m to drive from Des Moines to Waconia.

Where can I stay near Waconia?

There are 38+ hotels available in Waconia.

Des Moines to Waconia - 4 ways to travel via bus, taxi, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Waconia by bus, taxi, car, or plane

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Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the taxi from Minneapolis Bus Station to Waconiataxi
5h 5m
$138–184
Drive 244.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Waconiacar 244.9 mi
4h 34m
$45–65
Fly, line 686 bus, line 698 bus, taxi
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
2. Take the bus from MOA Transit Station Gate J to SW Station P&R & Technology Drbus
3. Take the bus from SW Station P&R & Technology Dr to East Creek Station P&R & Hwy 41/Hwy 212bus
4. Take the taxi from East Creek Station P&R & Hwy 41/Hwy 212 to Waconiataxi
4h 6m
$113–458
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
2. Take the bus from Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B to Mound TC & Shoreline Drbus 645
8h 22m
$102–143

Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) flights

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1h 14mAverage Duration

$55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 275.4 mi
Duration: 5h 5m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Waconia, MN, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Waconia via Minneapolis, Marquette Ave & 7th St - Stop Group B, and Mound TC & Shoreline Dr in around 8h 22m.

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