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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Island to Des Moines is to bus via Omaha which costs $40 - $75 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Island to Des Moines is to drive which takes 4h 41m and costs $45 - $75.

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

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Grand Island Bus Station station and arriving at Des Moines. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Grand Island to Des Moines?

The distance between Grand Island and Des Moines is 284 miles. The road distance is 270.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Island to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $40 - $70.

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

The bus from Grand Island Bus Station to Des Moines takes 5h 55m including transfers and departs once daily.

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

Grand Island to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Grand Island Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Grand Island to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Grand Island to Des Moines is to bus which takes 5h 55m and costs $40 - $70. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $550 and takes 5h 4m.

Where does the Grand Island to Des Moines bus arrive?

Grand Island to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Grand Island to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Island to Des Moines is 271 miles. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Grand Island to Des Moines.

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

Book your Grand Island to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 248+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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There are 5 ways to get from Grand Island to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound), car, plane, or bus

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Bus (Greyhound)
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1. Take the bus from Grand Island Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S
5h 55m
$40–70
Drive 269.2 mi
1. Drive from Grand Island to Des Moinescar 269.2 mi
4h 41m
$50–71
Fly from Central Nebraska Regional Airport
1. Fly from Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GRI - DSM
5h 4m
$131–538
Bus via Omaha
1. Take the bus from Grand Island, NE to Omaha, NEbus Denver / ...
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S
5h 55m
$44–71
Bus to Kearney Municipal Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Grand Island Bus Station to Kearneybus
2. Fly from Kearney Municipal Airport (EAR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane EAR - DSM
6h 28m
$140–518

Grand Island to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 282.1 mi
Duration: 5h 55m

What companies run services between Grand Island, NE, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Grand Island Bus Station to Des Moines once daily. Tickets cost $40–70 and the journey takes 5h 55m. Alternatively, American Airlines flies from Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) to Des Moines (DSM) twice daily.

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