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

The cheapest way to get from Elkhart to Des Moines is to drive which costs $75 - $110 and takes 7h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Elkhart to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $180 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Elkhart and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Elkhart station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Elkhart Amtrak Station and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

How far is it from Elkhart to Des Moines?

The distance between Elkhart and Des Moines is 406 miles. The road distance is 421.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Elkhart to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 9h 55m and costs $85 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Elkhart to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Elkhart to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Elkhart Amtrak Station.

Bus or fly from Elkhart to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Elkhart to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 25m and costs $180 - $800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $160 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Elkhart to Des Moines bus arrive?

Elkhart to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Elkhart and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Elkhart. It is currently 9:32 AM in Elkhart and 8:32 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Elkhart to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Elkhart to Des Moines is 422 miles. It takes approximately 7h 21m to drive from Elkhart to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Elkhart to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Elkhart to Des Moines by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, train, or bus

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Fly from South Bend
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SBN - DSM
4h 25m
$185–789
Drive 419.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Elkhart to Des Moinescar 419.2 mi
7h 21m
$77–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
9h 55m
$87–151
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
5h 57m
$127–572
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
5h 40m
$155–745
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Floridian / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
9h 55m
$83–166
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
11h 47m
$113–241

Elkhart to Des Moines by bus and foot

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9h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 403.9 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Elkhart, IN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from South Bend (SBN) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Elkhart Amtrak Station to Des Moines via Chicago Union Station and Chicago Bus Station in around 9h 55m.

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