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How to get fromDes Moines to Western Illinois Universityby bus, train, car, plane, or taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Des Moines to Western Illinois University by bus, train, car, plane, or taxi

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  1. Bus, train

    best
    1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Galesburgbus bus Greyhound US0157S
    2. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Macomb Stationtrain train Carl Sandburg / ...
    6h 27m
    $59–119

  2. Drive 206.2 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Des Moines to Western Illinois Universitycar car 206.2 mi
    4h 17m
    $38–55

  3. Fly, taxi, train

    1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Quad City International Airport (MLI)plane plane DSM - MLI
    2. Take the taxi from SouthPark Mall Shelter to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtaxi taxi
    3. Take the train from Galesburg Amtrak Station to Macomb Stationtrain train
    7h 31m
    $262–742

Des Moines to Western Illinois University by bus, train, and foot

Calendar14Weekly Services
Duration6h 27mAverage Duration
Ticket$59Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 295.3 mi
  • Duration: 6h 27m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and Western Illinois University, IL, USA?

There is no direct connection from Des Moines to Western Illinois University. However, you can take the bus to Galesburg, walk to Galesburg Amtrak Station, take the train to Macomb Station, then walk to Western Illinois University. Alternatively, you can drive from Des Moines to Western Illinois University in around 4h 17m.

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