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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Wauwatosa is to drive which costs $60 - $95 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Wauwatosa is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $130 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Wauwatosa?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Wauwatosa. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Wauwatosa & Harwood via Chicago Bus Station and N5 & Clybourn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Wauwatosa?

The distance between Des Moines and Wauwatosa is 332 miles. The road distance is 353.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Wauwatosa without a car is to bus which takes 9h 41m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 55m to get from Des Moines to Wauwatosa, including transfers.

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

Des Moines to Wauwatosa bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, depart from Des Moines station.

Bus or fly from Des Moines to Wauwatosa?

The best way to get from Des Moines to Wauwatosa is to fly which takes 4h 55m and costs $130 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 41m.

Where does the Des Moines to Wauwatosa bus arrive?

Des Moines to Wauwatosa bus services, operated by Burlington Trailways, arrive at Chicago station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Wauwatosa?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Wauwatosa is 353 miles. It takes approximately 6h 20m to drive from Des Moines to Wauwatosa.

Where can I stay near Wauwatosa?

There are 327+ hotels available in Wauwatosa.

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

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

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Fly to General Mitchell International Airport
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)plane DSM - MKE
4h 55m
$132–739
Drive 351.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Wauwatosacar 351.3 mi
6h 20m
$65–93
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Chicagobus Btw 1202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Milwaukee Intermodal Stationbus Greyhound US0150 / ...
9h 41m
Fly to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)plane DSM - ORD
2. Take the bus from Multi-Modal/Rental Car Facility to Milwaukee Intermodal/Amtrak Stationbus
5h 25m
$118–501
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus
2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Milwaukeetrain
11h 46m
Bus via Rochester
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Albert Leabus
2. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Rochesterbus
3. Take the bus from Rochester, MN to Milwaukee, WI - Amtrakbus
13h 48m

Des Moines (DSM) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) flights

136Weekly Planes

5h 9mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 329.6 mi
Duration: 4h 55m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Wauwatosa, WI, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Des Moines (DSM) to General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Des Moines to Wauwatosa & Harwood via Chicago Bus Station, Milwaukee Intermodal Station, and N5 & Clybourn in around 9h 41m.

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