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How to get fromMinot to Des Moinesby plane, train, bus, or car

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There are 6 ways to get from Minot to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, or car

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  1. Fly from Minot International Airport

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    1. Fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane plane MOT - DSM
    5h 40m
    $138–672

  2. Drive 738.2 mi

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    1. Drive from Minot to Des Moinescar car 738.2 mi
    12h 13m
    $135–195

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Minot Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train Empire Builder
    2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus bus Jefferson Lines 805
    15h 35m
    $225–427

  4. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Minot to Bismarckbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Bismarck to Minneapolisbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus bus
    17h 50m
    $201–284

  5. Drive to Ring Rock Ranch Airport, fly

    1. Drive from Minot to Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA)car car
    2. Fly from Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane plane XWA - DSM
    6h 39m
    $170–754

  6. Train, bus via Des Moines

    1. Take the train from Minot Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train Empire Builder
    2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus bus Greyhound US0156
    16h 10m
    $195–407

Minot to Des Moines by train and bus

Calendar4Weekly Services
Duration15h 35mAverage Duration
Ticket$225Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 604.9 mi
  • Duration: 5h 40m

What companies run services between Minot, ND, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Delta, United Airlines, and Allegiant Air fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Des Moines (DSM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Minot to Des Moines via Bismarck and Minneapolis in around 17h 50m.

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