What is the cheapest way to get from Eau Claire to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Eau Claire to Des Moines is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Eau Claire to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Eau Claire to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 4h 46m and costs $130 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Eau Claire and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Eau Claire to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via St. Paul. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 51m.

How far is it from Eau Claire to Des Moines?

The distance between Eau Claire and Des Moines is 368 miles. The road distance is 300.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eau Claire to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 8h 51m and costs $95 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Eau Claire to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 8h 51m to get from Eau Claire to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eau Claire to Des Moines bus from?

Eau Claire to Des Moines bus services, operated by Badger Bus, depart from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Eau Claire to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Eau Claire to Des Moines is to bus which takes 8h 51m and costs $95 - $130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $120 - $650 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Eau Claire to Des Moines bus arrive?

Eau Claire to Des Moines bus services, operated by Badger Bus, arrive at U of MN Campus station.

Can I drive from Eau Claire to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Eau Claire to Des Moines is 300 miles. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Eau Claire to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 265+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Eau Claire to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Eau Claire to Des Moines by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop to U of MN Campusbus Madison
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 805
8h 51m
$95–128
Drive 298.5 mi
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1. Drive from Eau Claire to Des Moinescar 298.5 mi
5h 25m
$55–79
Fly from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport
1. Fly from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU) to Des Moines (DSM)plane EAU - DSM
7h 10m
$127–613
Bus via Bloomington
1. Take the bus from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomingtonbus Madison
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803
8h 52m
$94–130
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop to U of MN Campusbus Madison
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
9h 26m
$65–113
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop to Mall of America - IKEA - Bloomingtonbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
4h 46m
$130–657

Eau Claire to Des Moines by bus and tram

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Distance: 366.2 mi
Duration: 8h 51m

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

You can take a bus from Eau Claire Amtrak Bus Stop to Des Moines via U of MN Campus, Stadium Village Station, Union Depot Station, and St. Paul in around 8h 51m. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU) to Des Moines (DSM) 4 times a day.

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