What is the cheapest way to get from Highland Park to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Highland Park to Des Moines is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 8h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Highland Park to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Highland Park to Des Moines is to train and fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $110 - $700.

Is there a direct bus between Highland Park and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Highland Park to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Madison & Canal and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 36m.

How far is it from Highland Park to Des Moines?

The distance between Highland Park and Des Moines is 340 miles. The road distance is 330.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Highland Park to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 8h 36m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Highland Park to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Highland Park to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Highland Park to Des Moines bus from?

Highland Park to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Highland Park to Des Moines bus arrive?

Highland Park to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Highland Park to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Highland Park to Des Moines is 330 miles. It takes approximately 5h 55m to drive from Highland Park to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 249+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Highland Park to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Highland Park to Des Moines by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Highland Park to Clybourntrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
4h 27m
$99–522
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
8h 36m
$58–104
Drive 328.2 mi
1. Drive from Highland Park to Des Moinescar 328.2 mi
5h 55m
$60–87
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Highland Park to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
4h 26m
$119–682
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
10h 31m
$88–179

Highland Park to Des Moines by train and bus (Greyhound)

38Weekly Services

8h 36mAverage Duration

$58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 338.3 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Highland Park, IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moines 5 times a day. Tickets cost $50–95 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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