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

The cheapest way to get from Olathe to Des Moines is to drive which costs $35 - $60 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Olathe to Des Moines is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs $90 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Olathe and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Olathe station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at Des Moines via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Olathe to Des Moines?

The distance between Olathe and Des Moines is 218 miles. The road distance is 215.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Olathe to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs $90 - $140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Olathe to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Olathe to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Where does the Olathe to Des Moines bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Olathe to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Olathe to Des Moines is 215 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Olathe to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 266+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Olathe to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Olathe to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, plane, or bus

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
3h 37m
$93–132
Drive 214 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Olathe to Des Moinescar 214 mi
3h 39m
$39–57
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Olathe to Kansas-City-Airport-MCItaxi
2. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MCI - DSM
4h 36m
$270–954
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
3h 52m
$116–152

Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

116Weekly Planes

4h 36mAverage Duration

$145Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.9 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Olathe, KS, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moines once daily. Tickets cost $27–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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