What is the cheapest way to get from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines is to fly and drive which costs $130 - $550 and takes 9h 32m.

What is the fastest way to get from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $220 - $900.

Is there a direct bus between Portland Airport (PDX) and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Portland International Airport and arriving at Des Moines via Portland Curbside Bus Stop, Pasco Bus Stop and Denver Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 50m.

How far is it from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines?

The distance between Portland Airport (PDX) and Des Moines is 1483 miles. The road distance is 1778.8 miles.

How do I travel from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 42h 50m and costs $300 - $650.

How long does it take to get from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines bus from?

Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, depart from Portland Curbside Bus Stop station.

Bus or fly from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 21m and costs $220 - $900. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $300 - $650 and takes 42h 50m.

Where does the Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines bus arrive?

Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Pasco Bus Stop station.

What is the time difference between Portland Airport (PDX) and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 2h ahead of Portland Airport (PDX). It is currently 4:31 AM in Portland Airport (PDX) and 6:31 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines is 1779 miles. It takes approximately 27h 43m to drive from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 265+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines by plane, bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Fly to Des Moines
best
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PDX - DSM
5h 21m
$222–875
Fly to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport, drive
cheapest
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD)plane PDX - FOD
2. Drive from Fort Dodge Municipal Airport (FOD) to Des Moinescar
9h 32m
$138–535
Bus
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Pasco Bus Stopbus
2. Take the bus from Pasco Bus Stop to Denver Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus
42h 50m
$301–606
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Portland to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 805
45h 26m
$618–1,393
Drive 1,768.4 mi
1. Drive from Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moinescar 1,768.4 mi
27h 43m
$323–467
Fly to Omaha, bus
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Omaha (OMA)plane PDX - OMA
2. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
9h 43m
$181–555

Portland Airport (PDX) to Des Moines by bus

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42h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,474.2 mi
Duration: 5h 21m

What companies run services between Portland Airport (PDX), USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Portland International Airport to Des Moines via Portland Flix/Greyhound, Portland Curbside Bus Stop, Pasco Bus Stop, and Denver Union Station in around 42h 50m.

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