What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines is to drive which costs $80 - $120 and takes 7h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 44m and costs $260 - $1,100.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit Lakes and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Detroit Lakes and arriving at Des Moines via Brainerd and Minneapolis Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 25m.

How far is it from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines?

The distance between Detroit Lakes and Des Moines is 463 miles. The road distance is 440.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 1m and costs $120 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Detroit Lakes to Des Moines bus from?

Detroit Lakes to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Detroit Lakes station.

Where does the Detroit Lakes to Des Moines bus arrive?

Detroit Lakes to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Brainerd station.

Can I drive from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit Lakes to Des Moines is 441 miles. It takes approximately 7h 53m to drive from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 264+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Detroit Lakes to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, taxi, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines by taxi, plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Taxi to Hector International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the taxi from Detroit Lakes to Fargo-Airport-FARtaxi
2. Fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FAR - DSM
5h 44m
$260–1,081
Drive 438.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Detroit Lakes to Des Moinescar 438.4 mi
7h 53m
$80–116
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 805
10h 1m
$120–209
Bus to Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Detroit Lakes to Brainerdbus
2. Fly from Brainerd Lakes Regional Airport (BRD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BRD - DSM
6h 46m
$144–590
Bus
1. Take the bus from Detroit Lakes to Brainerdbus
2. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
13h 25m
$102–169

Detroit Lakes to Des Moines by train and bus

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10h 1mAverage Duration

$120Cheapest Price

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Distance: 460.1 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Detroit Lakes to Des Moines via Brainerd and Minneapolis Bus Station in around 13h 25m.

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