What is the cheapest way to get from El Paso to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from El Paso to Des Moines is to bus which costs $170 - $250 and takes 23h.

What is the fastest way to get from El Paso to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from El Paso to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 31m and costs $280 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between El Paso and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from El Paso to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from El Paso and arriving at Des Moines via On Sw Blvd At 27Th Northbound Nearside and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h.

How far is it from El Paso to Des Moines?

The distance between El Paso and Des Moines is 1012 miles. The road distance is 1129.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from El Paso to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 23h and costs $170 - $250.

How long does it take to get from El Paso to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 7h 31m to get from El Paso to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the El Paso to Des Moines bus from?

El Paso to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from El Paso Bus Station.

Bus or fly from El Paso to Des Moines?

The best way to get from El Paso to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 31m and costs $280 - $1,200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $250 and takes 23h.

Where does the El Paso to Des Moines bus arrive?

El Paso to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between El Paso and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of El Paso. It is currently 3:03 PM in El Paso and 4:03 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from El Paso to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between El Paso to Des Moines is 1130 miles. It takes approximately 20h 56m to drive from El Paso to Des Moines.

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

Book your El Paso to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 251+ hotels available in Des Moines.

El Paso to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from El Paso to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ELP - DSM
7h 31m
$284–1,163
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from El Paso to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
23h
$179–246
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Los Lunas Rail Runner Stationbus
2. Take the train from Albuquerque Alvarado Transportation Center to Kansas Citytrain
3. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
28h 58m
$324–692
Drive 1,123.2 mi
1. Drive from El Paso to Des Moinescar 1,123.2 mi
20h 56m
$205–297
Bus via Denver (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from El Paso Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US1140
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S
27h 20m
$211–405

El Paso to Des Moines by bus

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Distance: 1,005.7 mi
Duration: 7h 31m

What companies run services between El Paso, TX, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines fly from El Paso International Airport (ELP) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from El Paso to Des Moines via 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City, On Sw Blvd At 27Th Northbound Nearside, On 12Th At Troost Eastbound, and Kansas City Bus Station in around 23h.

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