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

The cheapest way to get from Oxford to Des Moines is to bus which costs $75 - $180 and takes 13h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oxford to Des Moines is to drive and fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $170 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Oxford and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Oxford to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Miami University, OH and arriving at Des Moines via Indianapolis Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 10m.

How far is it from Oxford to Des Moines?

The distance between Oxford and Des Moines is 625 miles. The road distance is 551.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oxford to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 13h 10m and costs $75 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Oxford to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Oxford to Des Moines bus services, operated by Barons Bus, depart from Miami University, OH station.

Where does the Oxford to Des Moines bus arrive?

Oxford to Des Moines bus services, operated by Barons Bus, arrive at Indianapolis Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Oxford and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Oxford. It is currently 7:24 PM in Oxford and 6:24 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Oxford to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Oxford to Des Moines is 551 miles. It takes approximately 9h 57m to drive from Oxford to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 238+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Oxford to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Oxford to Des Moines by car, plane, bus (Greyhound), bus, or train

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Drive to Louisville International Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Oxford to Louisville-Airport-SDFcar
2. Fly from Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SDF - DSM
6h 22m
$172–857
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Miami University, OH to Indianapolis Bus Stationbus Cincinnati
2. Take the bus from Indianapolis Union Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
13h 10m
$75–173
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Miami University, OH to Indianapolis Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Indianapolis to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
17h 46m
$150–343
Drive 548.1 mi
1. Drive from Oxford to Des Moinescar 548.1 mi
9h 57m
$100–145
Bus, line 20 bus to Covington, fly
1. Take the bus from Miami Station C to Forest Park Park & Ridebus
2. Take the bus from Forest Park Park & Ride to Government Square Area Bbus
3. Fly from Covington (CVG) to Des Moines (DSM)plane CVG - DSM
7h 52m
$161–877
Bus to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take the bus from Miami University, OH to Indianapolis Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IND - DSM
8h 11m
$147–782

Louisville International Airport (SDF) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

110Weekly Planes

4h 50mAverage Duration

$137Cheapest Price

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Distance: 621.2 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

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

You can take a bus from Miami University, OH to Des Moines via Indianapolis Union Station in around 13h 10m.

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