What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Forks to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Forks to Des Moines is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 9h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Forks to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Grand Forks to Des Moines is to taxi and fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $310 - $1,200.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Forks and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Forks to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Grand Forks and arriving at Des Moines via Fargo and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Grand Forks to Des Moines?

The distance between Grand Forks and Des Moines is 493 miles. The road distance is 556.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Forks to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs $120 - $210.

How long does it take to get from Grand Forks to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Grand Forks to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Forks to Des Moines bus from?

Grand Forks to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Grand Forks station.

Bus or fly from Grand Forks to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Grand Forks to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $120 - $210 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Grand Forks to Des Moines bus arrive?

Grand Forks to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Fargo station.

Can I drive from Grand Forks to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Forks to Des Moines is 557 miles. It takes approximately 9h 2m to drive from Grand Forks to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from Grand Forks to Des Moines?

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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Fly from Grand Forks International Airport
best
1. Fly from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GFK - DSM
5h 28m
$133–640
Drive 553.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Forks to Des Moinescar 553.4 mi
9h 2m
$101–146
Bus
1. Take the bus from Grand Forks to Fargobus
2. Take the bus from Fargo to Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus
12h 40m
$129–210
Taxi to Hector International Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Grand Forks to Fargo-Airport-FARtaxi
2. Fly from Hector International Airport (FAR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane FAR - DSM
5h 1m
$318–1,137
Bus via Brainerd
1. Take the bus from Grand Forks to Brainerdbus
2. Take the bus from Brainerd to Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus
15h
$131–212
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Grand Forks to Fargobus
2. Take the bus from Fargo to Detroit Lakesbus
3. Take the train from Detroit Lakes Amtrak Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
4. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus
15h 26m
$152–290
Bus via Brainerd #2
1. Take the bus from Grand Forks to Brainerdbus
2. Take the bus from Perkins Restaurant & Bakery - Brainerd to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus
3. Take the bus from MSP Airport to Des Moinesbus
16h 16m
$181–227

Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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Distance: 490.3 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Grand Forks, ND, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Delta and Allegiant Air fly from Grand Forks International Airport (GFK) to Des Moines (DSM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Forks to Des Moines via Fargo and Minneapolis in around 12h 40m.

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