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

The cheapest way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines is to bus which costs $65 - $130 and takes 10h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $100 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Kalamazoo and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Kalamazoo to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Kalamazoo Bus Stop and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

How far is it from Kalamazoo to Des Moines?

The distance between Kalamazoo and Des Moines is 435 miles. The road distance is 461.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 55m and costs $80 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Kalamazoo to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kalamazoo Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Kalamazoo to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $100 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $130 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Kalamazoo to Des Moines bus arrive?

Kalamazoo to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Kalamazoo and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Kalamazoo. It is currently 10:06 AM in Kalamazoo and 9:06 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Kalamazoo to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Kalamazoo to Des Moines is 462 miles. It takes approximately 7h 43m to drive from Kalamazoo to Des Moines.

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

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

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 261+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Kalamazoo to Des Moines - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Kalamazoo to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport
best
1. Fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Des Moines (DSM)plane AZO - DSM
5h 21m
$104–572
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0160
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
10h 25m
$66–130
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine / ...
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
9h 55m
$84–175
Drive 459.2 mi
1. Drive from Kalamazoo to Des Moinescar 459.2 mi
7h 43m
$84–121
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
5h 57m
$123–551
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
5h 40m
$151–714
Train to Detroit, fly
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Dearborntrain
2. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DTW - DSM
6h 33m
$177–856
Bus to Gerald R. Ford International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Metro Transit to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Fly from Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GRR - DSM
8h 1m
$151–799
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Kalamazoo to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
11h 47m
$113–245

Kalamazoo to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

19Weekly Services

9h 55mAverage Duration

$84Cheapest Price

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Distance: 432.5 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Kalamazoo, MI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Kalamazoo-Battle Creek International Airport (AZO) to Des Moines (DSM) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station in around 10h 25m.

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