What is the cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 7h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 5h 23m and costs $140 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Purdue University and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Purdue University to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011 and arriving at Des Moines via Lafayette Amtrak Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 15m.

How far is it from Purdue University to Des Moines?

The distance between Purdue University and Des Moines is 461 miles. The road distance is 409.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 11h 15m and costs $75 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Purdue University to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 11h 15m to get from Purdue University to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Purdue University to Des Moines bus from?

Purdue University to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, depart from Lafayette Amtrak Station.

Bus or fly from Purdue University to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Purdue University to Des Moines is to bus which takes 11h 15m and costs $75 - $150. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $100 - $600 and takes 7h 34m.

Where does the Purdue University to Des Moines bus arrive?

Purdue University to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak Thruway, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Purdue University and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Purdue University. It is currently 3:35 AM in Purdue University and 2:35 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Purdue University to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Purdue University to Des Moines is 409 miles. It takes approximately 7h 37m to drive from Purdue University to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Purdue University to Des Moines - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Purdue University to Des Moines by bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), train, bus, car, plane, or shuttle

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
11h 15m
$75–146
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
14h 12m
$116–256
Drive 406.8 mi
1. Drive from Purdue University to Des Moinescar 406.8 mi
7h 37m
$75–108
Fly from Purdue University Airport
1. Fly from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAF - DSM
7h 34m
$108–572
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain Cardinal
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
12h 19m
$86–181
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Purdue West, Lafayette IN to O'Hare International Terminal 2shuttle Laffayette
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
12h 27m
$83–162
Shuttle to Indianapolis, fly
1. Take a shuttle bus from Ford Hall - Stadium Ave to Indianapolis Airportshuttle
2. Fly from Indianapolis (IND) to Des Moines (DSM)plane IND - DSM
6h 30m
$170–754
Bus to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Purdue Memorial Union to O'Hare Multi-Modal Facilitybus
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
5h 23m
$148–572
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lafayette Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
8h 6m
$158–760

Purdue University to Des Moines by foot and bus

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11h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 458.7 mi
Duration: 11h 15m

What companies run services between Purdue University, IN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Purdue University to Des Moines via Aspire Apts at Discovery Park: BUS011, Columbia St & 4th St, Lafayette Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago Bus Station in around 11h 15m. Alternatively, United Airlines flies from Purdue University Airport (LAF) to Des Moines (DSM) 4 times a day.

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