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

The cheapest way to get from Lufkin to Des Moines is to drive which costs $140 - $210 and takes 14h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lufkin to Des Moines is to drive and fly which takes 6h 9m and costs $110 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Lufkin and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Lufkin to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Lufkin Brazos Transit District and arriving at Des Moines via Texarkana and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 30m.

How far is it from Lufkin to Des Moines?

The distance between Lufkin and Des Moines is 744 miles. The road distance is 800.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lufkin to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 19h 30m and costs $170 - $270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Lufkin to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Lufkin to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Lufkin Brazos Transit District station.

Where does the Lufkin to Des Moines bus arrive?

Lufkin to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Texarkana station.

Can I drive from Lufkin to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Lufkin to Des Moines is 801 miles. It takes approximately 14h 17m to drive from Lufkin to Des Moines.

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

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 248+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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Drive to Tyler, fly
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1. Drive from Lufkin to Tyler (TYR)car
2. Fly from Tyler (TYR) to Des Moines (DSM)plane TYR - DSM
6h 9m
$110–457
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lufkin Brazos Transit District to Texarkanabus
2. Take the bus from Texarkana to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
19h 30m
$175–264
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lufkin Brazos Transit District to Longview Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Longview to Bloomington-Normaltrain
3. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Des Moinesbus
27h 40m
$239–516
Drive 796 mi
1. Drive from Lufkin to Des Moinescar 796 mi
14h 17m
$146–210
Bus to Gregg County Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lufkin Brazos Transit District to Longview Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Gregg County Airport (GGG) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GGG - DSM
8h 20m
$125–476
Bus to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lufkin Brazos Transit District to Houston Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IAH - DSM
7h 43m
$126–500
Bus to Shreveport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lufkin Brazos Transit District to Shreveport Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Shreveport (SHV) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SHV - DSM
10h 7m
$121–479
Bus to William P. Hobby Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Lufkin Brazos Transit District to Houston Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) to Des Moines (DSM)plane HOU - DSM
9h 2m
$149–605
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Lufkin Brazos Transit District to Texarkanabus
2. Take the bus from Texarkana to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
19h 45m
$195–289

Lufkin to Des Moines by bus

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19h 30mAverage Duration

$175Cheapest Price

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Distance: 740 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Lufkin, TX, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Lufkin Brazos Transit District to Des Moines via Texarkana, Kansas City, and Kansas City Bus Station in around 19h 30m.

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