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

The cheapest way to get from Mankato to Des Moines is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mankato to Des Moines is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Mankato and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Mankato to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Mankato and arriving at Des Moines via Owatonna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Mankato to Des Moines?

The distance between Mankato and Des Moines is 237 miles. The road distance is 196.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mankato to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 6h 5m and costs $55 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Mankato to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Mankato to Des Moines bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, depart from Mankato station.

Where does the Mankato to Des Moines bus arrive?

Mankato to Des Moines bus services, operated by Land to Air Express, arrive at Owatonna station.

Can I drive from Mankato to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Mankato to Des Moines is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Mankato to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 187+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Mankato to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Mankato to Des Moines by bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Owatonnabus Lta 239 / ...
2. Take the bus from Owatonna to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
6h 5m
$56–112
Drive 195.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Mankato to Des Moinescar 195.2 mi
3h 49m
$36–52
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
3h 51m
$79–430
Bus via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus Lta 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
7h 41m
$53–105
Bus via Saint Paul #2
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus Lta 501 / ...
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 805
8h 6m
$78–130
Bus to Rochester, fly
1. Take the bus from Mankato to Rochesterbus
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM)plane RST - DSM
7h 3m
$79–390

Mankato to Des Moines by bus

14Weekly Buses

6h 5mAverage Duration

$56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 235.5 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Mankato, MN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Mankato to Des Moines via Owatonna in around 6h 5m.

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