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

The cheapest way to get from Minot to Des Moines is to drive which costs $130 - $200 and takes 12h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Minot to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $85 - $430.

Is there a direct bus between Minot and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Minot to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Minot and arriving at Des Moines via Bismarck and Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 50m.

How far is it from Minot to Des Moines?

The distance between Minot and Des Moines is 608 miles. The road distance is 742.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Minot to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 10m and costs $160 - $370.

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

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Minot to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Minot to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Minot station.

Bus or fly from Minot to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Minot to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $85 - $430. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $200 - $290 and takes 17h 50m.

Where does the Minot to Des Moines bus arrive?

Minot to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Bismarck station.

Can I drive from Minot to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Minot to Des Moines is 742 miles. It takes approximately 12h 13m to drive from Minot to Des Moines.

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

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 251+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Minot to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and 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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Fly from Minot International Airport
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1. Fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MOT - DSM
5h 28m
$90–424
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Minot Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
15h 10m
$165–367
Bus
1. Take the bus from Minot to Bismarckbus
2. Take the bus from Bismarck to Minneapolisbus
3. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus
17h 50m
$201–284
Drive 738.2 mi
1. Drive from Minot to Des Moinescar 738.2 mi
12h 13m
$135–195
Drive to Ring Rock Ranch Airport, fly
1. Drive from Minot to Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA)car
2. Fly from Ring Rock Ranch Airport (XWA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane XWA - DSM
6h 51m
$116–476
Train, bus via Des Moines
1. Take the train from Minot Station to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 805
15h 35m
$195–397

Minot to Des Moines by train and bus

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15h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 604.9 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

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

Delta and United Airlines fly from Minot International Airport (MOT) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Minot to Des Moines via Bismarck and Minneapolis in around 17h 50m.

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