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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Watertown is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Watertown is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $110 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Watertown?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Watertown. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Watertown via Omaha and Sioux Falls. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Watertown?

The distance between Des Moines and Watertown is 304 miles. The road distance is 384.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Watertown without a car is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs $110 - $180.

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

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

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

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

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Watertown?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Watertown is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $110 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $180 and takes 9h 50m.

Where does the Des Moines to Watertown bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Des Moines to Watertown?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Watertown is 385 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Des Moines to Watertown.

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

Book your Des Moines to Watertown bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Watertown?

There are 14+ hotels available in Watertown.

Des Moines to Watertown - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Des Moines to Watertown by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Watertown Municipal Airport (ATY)plane DSM - ATY
5h 2m
$113–534
Drive 382.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Watertowncar 382.5 mi
5h 54m
$70–101
Bus
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 Watertownbus
9h 50m
$110–176

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

33Weekly Planes

7h 6mAverage Duration

$86Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302.3 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

Delta and United Airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Watertown Municipal Airport (ATY) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Watertown via Omaha, Sioux Falls, and Watertown in around 9h 50m.

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