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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkland to Des Moines is to bus which costs $310 - $650 and takes 44h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkland to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 45m and costs $200 - $850.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkland and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkland to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Kirkland Transit Center - Bay 2 and arriving at Des Moines via Redmond Transit Center - Bay 6, Seattle Bus Station and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 44h 30m.

How far is it from Kirkland to Des Moines?

The distance between Kirkland and Des Moines is 1504 miles. The road distance is 1766.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkland to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 44h 30m and costs $310 - $650.

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

It takes approximately 7h 45m to get from Kirkland to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Kirkland to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Seattle Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Kirkland to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Kirkland to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 45m and costs $200 - $850. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $310 - $650 and takes 44h 30m.

Where does the Kirkland to Des Moines bus arrive?

Kirkland to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Denver Union Station.

What is the time difference between Kirkland and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Kirkland. It is currently 12:55 AM in Kirkland and 2:55 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Kirkland to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkland to Des Moines is 1766 miles. It takes approximately 27h 9m to drive from Kirkland to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 267+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Kirkland to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kirkland to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SEA - DSM
7h 45m
$203–827
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus Greyhound US0550
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S
44h 30m
$316–626
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Seattle to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 805
45h 9m
$541–1,196
Drive 1,756.2 mi
1. Drive from Kirkland to Des Moinescar 1,756.2 mi
27h 9m
$321–463

Kirkland to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound)

7Weekly Buses

44h 30mAverage Duration

$316Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,495.2 mi
Duration: 7h 45m

What companies run services between Kirkland, WA, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kirkland Transit Center - Bay 2 to Des Moines via Redmond Transit Center - Bay 6, Airport Way S & S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle Bus Station, and Denver Union Station in around 44h 30m.

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