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

The cheapest way to get from Des Moines to Willmar is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Des Moines to Willmar is to fly and bus which takes 5h 40m and costs $110 - $480.

Is there a direct bus between Des Moines and Willmar?

No, there is no direct bus from Des Moines to Willmar. However, there are services departing from Des Moines and arriving at Willmar via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

How far is it from Des Moines to Willmar?

The distance between Des Moines and Willmar is 379 miles. The road distance is 301.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Des Moines to Willmar without a car is to bus which takes 8h 5m and costs $80 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Des Moines to Willmar, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Des Moines to Willmar bus arrive?

Des Moines to Willmar bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Minneapolis Bus Station.

Can I drive from Des Moines to Willmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Des Moines to Willmar is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Des Moines to Willmar.

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

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Where can I stay near Willmar?

There are 23+ hotels available in Willmar.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Des Moines to Willmar by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolis Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0156
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Willmarbus Jefferson Lines 925
8h 5m
$84–120
Drive 299.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Des Moines to Willmarcar 299.5 mi
5h 54m
$55–79
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Des Moines (DSM) to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)plane DSM - MSP
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Willmarbus
5h 40m
$114–473
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Des Moines to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Willmarbus Jefferson Lines 925
9h 25m
$105–145

Des Moines to Willmar by bus

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8h 5mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 376.6 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Des Moines to Willmar via Minneapolis in around 8h 5m.

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