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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Junction to Des Moines is to bus which costs $130 - $260 and takes 19h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Junction to Des Moines is to drive and fly which takes 5h 26m and costs $150 - $700.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Junction to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility and arriving at Des Moines via Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 50m.

How far is it from Grand Junction to Des Moines?

The distance between Grand Junction and Des Moines is 851 miles. The road distance is 915 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Junction to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 19h 50m and costs $130 - $260.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Grand Junction to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Grand Junction to Des Moines bus services, operated by Bustang, depart from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility station.

Bus or fly from Grand Junction to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Grand Junction to Des Moines is to bus which takes 19h 50m and costs $130 - $260. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $160 - $850 and takes 5h 42m.

Where does the Grand Junction to Des Moines bus arrive?

Grand Junction to Des Moines bus services, operated by Bustang, arrive at Union Station.

What is the time difference between Grand Junction and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of Grand Junction. It is currently 12:00 AM in Grand Junction and 1:00 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Grand Junction to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Junction to Des Moines is 915 miles. It takes approximately 14h 20m to drive from Grand Junction to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 263+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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Drive to Montrose Regional Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Grand Junction to Montrose-Airport-MTJcar
2. Fly from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MTJ - DSM
5h 26m
$158–686
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Union Stationbus West
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S
19h 50m
$137–260
Drive 909.6 mi
1. Drive from Grand Junction to Des Moinescar 909.6 mi
14h 20m
$166–240
Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport
1. Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GJT - DSM
5h 42m
$168–822
Bus, bus to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to AABC Airport UVbus
3. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ASE - DSM
8h 33m
$155–695
Bus via Omaha
1. Take the bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver to Omaha, NEbus
3. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
20h 20m
$208–270
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Grand Junction Amtrak Station to Denvertrain California Zephyr
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S
22h 34m
$190–389

Grand Junction to Des Moines by bus

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Distance: 845.9 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Grand Junction, CO, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Des Moines via Denver Union Station in around 19h 50m. Alternatively, United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Des Moines (DSM) every 4 hours.

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