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

The cheapest way to get from La Plata to Des Moines is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from La Plata to Des Moines is to drive which takes 3h 22m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from La Plata to Des Moines?

The distance between La Plata and Des Moines is 336 miles. The road distance is 148.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from La Plata to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 26m and costs $70 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from La Plata to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from La Plata to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between La Plata to Des Moines is 148 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from La Plata to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 238+ hotels available in Des Moines.

La Plata to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from La Plata to Des Moines by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from La Plata Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
7h 26m
$71–144
Drive 147.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from La Plata to Des Moinescar 147.4 mi
3h 22m
$27–39
Train, bus via Des Moines
1. Take the train from La Plata Station to Kansas Citytrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
7h 40m
$92–164
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from La Plata Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
8h 15m
$71–147

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

7Weekly Services

7h 26mAverage Duration

$71Cheapest Price

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Distance: 334.1 mi
Duration: 7h 26m

What companies run services between La Plata, MO, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

There is no direct connection from La Plata to Des Moines. However, you can take the train to Kansas City, walk to On Grand At Pershing Farside Northbound, take the line 201 bus to On 12Th At Charlotte Eastbound Nearside, walk to Kansas City Bus Station, then take the bus to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can drive from La Plata to Des Moines in around 3h 22m.

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