What is the cheapest way to get from Des Moines to White Sands National Park?

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to White Sands National Park is to drive which costs $190 - $280 and takes 19h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Des Moines to White Sands National Park?

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to White Sands National Park is to fly and taxi which takes 8h 13m and costs $300 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and White Sands National Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to White Sands National Park station. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Alamogordo Bus Station via On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City and El Paso Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 45m.

How far is it from Des Moines to White Sands National Park?

The distance between Des Moines and White Sands National Park is 974 miles. The road distance is 1059.9 miles.

How do I travel from Des Moines to White Sands National Park without a car?

The best way to get from Des Moines to White Sands National Park without a car is to bus which takes 27h 45m and costs $240 - $350.

How long does it take to get from Des Moines to White Sands National Park?

It takes approximately 8h 49m to get from Des Moines to White Sands National Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Des Moines to White Sands National Park bus from?

Des Moines to White Sands National Park bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Des Moines station.

Where does the Des Moines to White Sands National Park bus arrive?

Des Moines to White Sands National Park bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to White Sands National Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to White Sands National Park is 1060 miles. It takes approximately 19h 35m to drive from Des Moines to White Sands National Park.

Where can I stay near White Sands National Park?

There are 58+ hotels available in White Sands National Park.

Des Moines to White Sands National Park - 7 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Des Moines to White Sands National Park by plane, bus, train, car, bus (Greyhound), or taxi

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Fly to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport (ROW)plane DSM - ROW
2. Take the bus from Roswell Pecos Trails Transit to Alamogordo Bus Stationbus
8h 49m
$236–826
Drive 1,053.8 mi
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1. Drive from Des Moines to White Sands National Parkcar 1,053.8 mi
19h 35m
$193–278
Bus, train, drive
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the bus from ABQ Alvarado Transportation Center to Hatchbus
4. Drive from Hatch to White Sands National Parkcar
27h 40m
$379–753
Bus
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City to El Pasobus
3. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Alamogordo Bus Stationbus
27h 45m
$245–347
Fly to El Paso International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to El Paso International Airport (ELP)plane DSM - ELP
2. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Alamogordo Bus Stationbus
10h 50m
$446–1,748
Fly to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI)plane DSM - RUI
2. Take the taxi from Sierra Blanca Regional Airport (RUI) to White Sands National Parktaxi
8h 13m
$308–891
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kansas City to Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Centertrain
3. Take the bus from Albuquerque Bus Station to Las Cruces(Road Runner Transit)bus
4. Take the bus from Las Cruces(Road Runner Transit) to Alamogordo Bus Stationbus
29h 46m
$384–790

Des Moines (DSM) to Roswell Industrial Air Center Airport (ROW) flights

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5h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 968.6 mi
Duration: 8h 49m

What companies run services between Des Moines, IA, USA and White Sands National Park, NM, USA?

You can take a bus from Des Moines to White Sands National Park via Kansas City, On 12Th At Troost Westbound Farside, On Southwest Blvd At 27Th St Southbound, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City, El Paso, El Paso Bus Station, and Alamogordo Bus Station in around 27h 45m.

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