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

The cheapest way to get from Owatonna to Des Moines is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Owatonna to Des Moines is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Owatonna and Des Moines?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Owatonna and arriving at Des Moines. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Owatonna to Des Moines?

The distance between Owatonna and Des Moines is 192 miles. The road distance is 180.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Owatonna to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 4h 10m and costs $50 - $75.

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

The bus from Owatonna to Des Moines takes 4h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

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

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

Where does the Owatonna to Des Moines bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Owatonna to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Owatonna to Des Moines is 180 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Owatonna to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Owatonna to Des Moines by bus, car, or plane

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best
1. Take the bus from Owatonna to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
4h 10m
$50–75
Drive 179.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Owatonna to Des Moinescar 179.4 mi
2h 55m
$33–48
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Owatonna to St. Paulbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
4h 19m
$96–432
Bus via Ames
1. Take the bus from Owatonna to Amesbus Jefferson Lines 801 / ...
2. Take the bus from Ames to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
4h 40m
$63–88

Owatonna to Des Moines by bus

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 191 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

Jefferson Lines operates a bus from Owatonna to Des Moines 3 times a day. Tickets cost $50–75 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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