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

The cheapest way to get from Osage to Des Moines is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Osage to Des Moines is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from Osage to Des Moines?

The distance between Osage and Des Moines is 157 miles. The road distance is 148.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Osage to Des Moines without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 3h 4m and costs $160 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Osage to Des Moines, including transfers.

Can I drive from Osage to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Osage to Des Moines is 148 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Osage to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 263+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Osage to Des Moines - 3 ways to travel via taxi, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Osage to Des Moines by taxi, bus, or car

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Osage to Clear Lake Jct.taxi
2. Take the bus from Clear Lake Jct. to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 801
3h 4m
$169–213
Drive 147.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Osage to Des Moinescar 147.4 mi
2h 33m
$27–39
Taxi, bus via Mason City Airport (MCW)
1. Take the taxi from Osage to Mason Citytaxi
2. Take the bus from Mason City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson 803
3h 17m
$168–212

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Distance: 156.4 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

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

There is no direct connection from Osage to Des Moines. However, you can take the taxi to Clear Lake Jct. then take the bus to Des Moines. Alternatively, you can drive from Osage to Des Moines in around 2h 33m.

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