What is the cheapest way to get from La Junta to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from La Junta to Des Moines is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 12h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from La Junta to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from La Junta to Des Moines is to drive and fly which takes 5h 7m and costs $140 - $700.

How far is it from La Junta to Des Moines?

The distance between La Junta and Des Moines is 690 miles. The road distance is 688.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Junta to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 9m and costs $210 - $430.

How long does it take to get from La Junta to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 7m to get from La Junta to Des Moines, including transfers.

What is the time difference between La Junta and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of La Junta. It is currently 4:10 AM in La Junta and 5:10 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from La Junta to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between La Junta to Des Moines is 688 miles. It takes approximately 12h 11m to drive from La Junta to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 259+ hotels available in Des Moines.

La Junta to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from La Junta to Des Moines by car, plane, train, or bus

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Drive to Pueblo Memorial Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from La Junta to Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB)car
2. Fly from Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PUB - DSM
5h 7m
$148–688
Drive 684.4 mi
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1. Drive from La Junta to Des Moinescar 684.4 mi
12h 11m
$125–181
Train, bus
1. Take the train from La Junta Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 802 / ...
15h 9m
$211–423
Drive, bus
1. Drive from La Junta to Pueblo Transitcar
2. Take the bus from Pueblo Transit to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
17h 39m
$140–262
Drive to San Luis Valley Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from La Junta to San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS)car
2. Fly from San Luis Valley Regional Airport (ALS) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ALS - DSM
6h 26m
$154–660

La Junta to Des Moines by train, foot, and bus

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15h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 685.6 mi
Duration: 5h 7m

What companies run services between La Junta, CO, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from La Junta to Des Moines. However, you can drive to Pueblo Memorial Airport (PUB) airport, fly to Des Moines (DSM), then take the taxi to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can take a train from La Junta Station to Des Moines via Kansas City, On Grand At Pershing Farside Northbound, On 12Th At Charlotte Eastbound Nearside, and Kansas City in around 15h 9m.

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