What is the cheapest way to get from Mount Prospect to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Mount Prospect to Des Moines is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 8h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mount Prospect to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Mount Prospect to Des Moines is to train and fly which takes 3h 31m and costs $95 - $550.

Is there a direct bus between Mount Prospect and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Mount Prospect to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Madison & Canal and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

How far is it from Mount Prospect to Des Moines?

The distance between Mount Prospect and Des Moines is 329 miles. The road distance is 320.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Mount Prospect to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 8h 26m and costs $55 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Mount Prospect to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Mount Prospect to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mount Prospect to Des Moines bus from?

Mount Prospect to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Chicago Bus Station.

Where does the Mount Prospect to Des Moines bus arrive?

Mount Prospect to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Mount Prospect to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Mount Prospect to Des Moines is 320 miles. It takes approximately 5h 40m to drive from Mount Prospect to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 250+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Mount Prospect to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Mount Prospect to Des Moines by train, plane, bus (Greyhound), car, or bus

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Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the train from Mt. Prospect to Irving Parktrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
3h 31m
$98–511
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
8h 26m
$57–108
Drive 318.4 mi
1. Drive from Mount Prospect to Des Moinescar 318.4 mi
5h 40m
$59–84
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Mt. Prospect to Chicago OTCtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
4h 16m
$118–681
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain Southwest Chief / ...
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
10h 21m
$87–178

Mount Prospect to Des Moines by train and bus (Greyhound)

19Weekly Services

8h 26mAverage Duration

$57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 327.3 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

What companies run services between Mount Prospect, IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moines 3 times a day. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 6h 30m.

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