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

The cheapest way to get from Fontana to Des Moines is to bus which costs $260 - $500 and takes 36h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Fontana to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 55m and costs $250 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Fontana and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Fontana to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave and arriving at Des Moines via Victorville Transit Center, Las Vegas Bus Terminal and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 49m.

How far is it from Fontana to Des Moines?

The distance between Fontana and Des Moines is 1428 miles. The road distance is 1646.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fontana to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 36h 49m and costs $260 - $500.

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

It takes approximately 6h 55m to get from Fontana to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Fontana to Des Moines bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, depart from Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave station.

Bus or fly from Fontana to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Fontana to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 55m and costs $250 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $260 - $500 and takes 36h 49m.

Where does the Fontana to Des Moines bus arrive?

Fontana to Des Moines bus services, operated by Victor Valley Transit Authority, arrive at VVTC - Dock 6 station.

What is the time difference between Fontana and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Fontana. It is currently 7:17 AM in Fontana and 9:17 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Fontana to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Fontana to Des Moines is 1646 miles. It takes approximately 25h 18m to drive from Fontana to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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Fly from Ontario International Airport
best
1. Fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ONT - DSM
6h 55m
$259–823
Train to Los Angeles International Airport, fly
cheapest
1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAX - DSM
7h 16m
$223–897
Bus
1. Take the bus from Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave to VVTC - Dock 6bus 15
2. Take the bus from Victorville Transit Center to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Denver Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
36h 49m
$260–502
Train, bus
1. Take the train from San Bernardino to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
39h 23m
$606–1,284
Drive 1,636.9 mi
1. Drive from Fontana to Des Moinescar 1,636.9 mi
25h 18m
$299–432
Train to Burbank Bob Hope Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Burbank Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane BUR - DSM
9h
$242–944
Train to Long Beach Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Fontana to L.A. Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LGB - DSM
9h 51m
$232–940

Fontana to Des Moines by bus

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36h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,420 mi
Duration: 6h 55m

What companies run services between Fontana, CA, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Ontario International Airport (ONT) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Orange Way EB & Sierra Ave to Des Moines via Victorville Transit Center, Las Vegas Bus Terminal, and Denver Union Station in around 36h 49m.

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