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

The cheapest way to get from Emporia to Des Moines is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 4h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Emporia to Des Moines is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Emporia and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Emporia to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Phillips 66 - Emporia and arriving at Des Moines via On Sw Blvd At 27Th Northbound Nearside and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Emporia to Des Moines?

The distance between Emporia and Des Moines is 321 miles. The road distance is 301.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Emporia to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 6h 48m and costs $85 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 6h 48m to get from Emporia to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Emporia to Des Moines bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, depart from Phillips 66 - Emporia station.

Where does the Emporia to Des Moines bus arrive?

Emporia to Des Moines bus services, operated by Omnibus Express, arrive at 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City station.

Can I drive from Emporia to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Emporia to Des Moines is 301 miles. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Emporia to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 238+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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best
1. Take the bus from Phillips 66 - Emporia to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus El Paso
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
6h 48m
$87–135
Drive 299.6 mi
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1. Drive from Emporia to Des Moinescar 299.6 mi
4h 56m
$55–79
Drive to Manhattan Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from Emporia to Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK)car
2. Fly from Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MHK - DSM
6h 22m
$161–742
Bus via Cameron
1. Take the bus from Phillips 66 - Emporia to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Cameronbus
3. Take the bus from Cameron to Des Moinesbus
8h 3m
$121–175
Drive to Salina Municipal Airport, fly
1. Drive from Emporia to Salina Municipal Airport (SLN)car
2. Fly from Salina Municipal Airport (SLN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SLN - DSM
6h 36m
$177–800
Bus to Wichita Mid-Continent Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Emporia, Ks to Wichitabus
2. Fly from Wichita Mid-Continent Airport (ICT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ICT - DSM
7h 26m
$395–1,307
Bus to Kansas City, fly
1. Take the bus from Phillips 66 - Emporia to 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas Citybus
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MCI - DSM
8h 56m
$225–951

Manhattan Regional Airport (MHK) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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6h 41mAverage Duration

$135Cheapest Price

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Distance: 318.9 mi
Duration: 6h 48m

What companies run services between Emporia, KS, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Emporia to Des Moines via Phillips 66 - Emporia, 2745 Southwest Blvd - Kansas City, On Sw Blvd At 27Th Northbound Nearside, On 12Th At Troost Eastbound, and Kansas City Bus Station in around 6h 48m.

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