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

The cheapest way to get from Portland to Des Moines is to bus which costs $26 - $50 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Portland to Des Moines is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Portland and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Portland to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Portland Curbside Bus Stop and arriving at S 216th St & Wesley Terrace Entrance via S 176th St & 30th Ave S - Bay 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Portland and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct train from Portland to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Portland and arriving at Kent Des Moines via Federal Way Downtown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Portland to Des Moines?

The distance between Portland and Des Moines is 159 miles. The road distance is 159.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Portland to Des Moines without a car is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $40 - $90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 46m to get from Portland to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

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

Where do I catch the Portland to Des Moines train from?

Portland to Des Moines train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Portland station.

Train or bus from Portland to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Portland to Des Moines is to train which takes 3h 46m and costs $40 - $90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $26 - $50 and takes 3h 56m.

Where does the Portland to Des Moines bus arrive?

Portland to Des Moines bus services, operated by Flixbus USA, arrive at Seattle Tacoma Intl Airport station.

Where does the Portland to Des Moines train arrive?

Portland to Des Moines train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Tacoma station.

Can I drive from Portland to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Portland to Des Moines is 159 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Portland to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 1007+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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There are 5 ways to get from Portland to Des Moines by train (Amtrak), bus (Flixbus, Greyhound), car, plane, bus, or tram

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Train (Amtrak)
best
1. Take the train from Portland to Tacomatrain Amtrak Cascades / ...
3h 46m
$45–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Seattle Tacoma Intl Airportbus FlixBus 2110 / ...
3h 56m
$27–49
Drive 158.5 mi
1. Drive from Portland to Des Moinescar 158.5 mi
2h 48m
$29–42
Fly to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, line 635 bus
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)plane PDX - SEA
2. Take the bus from S 200th St & 28th Ave S - Bay 2 to Marine View Dr S & S 223rd Stbus
3h 12m
$139–329
Fly to King County International Airport, tram, line 635 bus
1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to King County International Airport (BFI)plane PDX - BFI
2. Take the tram from Rainier Beach to Angle Laketram
3. Take the bus from S 200th St & 28th Ave S - Bay 2 to Marine View Dr S & S 223rd Stbus
3h 42m
$282–392

Portland to Des Moines by train, bus, and tram (Amtrak)

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Distance: 157.7 mi
Duration: 3h 46m

What companies run services between Portland, OR, USA and Des Moines, WA, USA?

Amtrak operates a train from Portland to Tacoma every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–85 and the journey takes 2h 33m. Alternatively, Flixbus USA operates a bus from Portland Curbside Bus Stop to Seattle Tacoma Intl Airport 3 times a day. Tickets cost $23–40 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Greyhound USA also services this route once daily.

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