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

The cheapest way to get from Moab to Des Moines is to drive which costs $180 - $270 and takes 16h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Moab to Des Moines is to fly which takes 6h 11m and costs $190 - $800.

Is there a direct bus between Moab and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Moab to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Moab, UT and arriving at Des Moines via Green River and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 10m.

How far is it from Moab to Des Moines?

The distance between Moab and Des Moines is 926 miles. The road distance is 1015.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Moab to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 22h 10m and costs $160 - $350.

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

It takes approximately 7h 33m to get from Moab to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Moab to Des Moines bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, depart from Moab, UT station.

Bus or fly from Moab to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Moab to Des Moines is to bus which takes 22h 10m and costs $160 - $350. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $190 - $800 and takes 6h 11m.

Where does the Moab to Des Moines bus arrive?

Moab to Des Moines bus services, operated by Salt Lake Express, arrive at Green River station.

What is the time difference between Moab and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h ahead of Moab. It is currently 1:22 AM in Moab and 2:22 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Moab to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Moab to Des Moines is 1015 miles. It takes approximately 16h 18m to drive from Moab to Des Moines.

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

Book your Moab to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 250+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Moab to Des Moines - 8 ways to travel via train, shuttle, plane, bus, and car

How to get fromMoab to Des Moines

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Moab to Des Moines by shuttle, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Shuttle to Grand Junction Regional Airport, fly
best
1. Take a shuttle bus from Moab to Grand Junction Regional Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Des Moines (DSM)plane GJT - DSM
7h 33m
$438–1,220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Moab, UT to Green Riverbus
2. Take the bus from Green River to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
22h 10m
$167–348
Drive, train, bus
1. Drive from Moab to Green River Stationcar
2. Take the train from Green River Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
33h 45m
$450–924
Drive 1,009.2 mi
1. Drive from Moab to Des Moinescar 1,009.2 mi
16h 18m
$185–266
Drive to Montrose Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from Moab to Montrose-Airport-MTJcar
2. Fly from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MTJ - DSM
8h 15m
$172–707
Fly from Moab
1. Fly from Moab (CNY) to Des Moines (DSM)plane CNY - DSM
6h 11m
$197–801
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Moab to Grand Junction Regional Airportshuttle
2. Take the bus from Grand Junction Regional Airport to Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver to Omaha, NEbus
4. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
23h 59m
$477–674
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Moab, UT to Denver Union Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S
2d 4h

Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

58Weekly Planes

5h 22mAverage Duration

$155Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Moab to Des Moines.

Launch map view

Distance: 920.4 mi
Duration: 7h 33m

What companies run services between Moab, UT, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Moab, UT to Des Moines via Green River and Denver Union Station in around 22h 10m. Alternatively, Corporate Flight Management Inc, United Airlines, and Southwest Airlines fly from Moab (CNY) to Des Moines (DSM) twice daily.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.