What is the cheapest way to get from River Falls to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from River Falls to Des Moines is to drive which costs $45 - $70 and takes 4h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from River Falls to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from River Falls to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $130 - $470.

Is there a direct bus between River Falls and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from River Falls to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Hudson and arriving at Des Moines via Saint Paul Union Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 7m.

How far is it from River Falls to Des Moines?

The distance between River Falls and Des Moines is 284 miles. The road distance is 253.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from River Falls to Des Moines without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 5h 27m and costs $150 - $200.

How long does it take to get from River Falls to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from River Falls to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the River Falls to Des Moines bus from?

River Falls to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Saint Paul Union Depot station.

Where does the River Falls to Des Moines bus arrive?

River Falls to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from River Falls to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between River Falls to Des Moines is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 28m to drive from River Falls to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from River Falls to Des Moines?

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 252+ hotels available in Des Moines.

River Falls to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from River Falls to Des Moines by taxi, bus, car, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from River Falls to St. Paultaxi
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 805
5h 27m
$157–198
Drive 252.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from River Falls to Des Moinescar 252.1 mi
4h 28m
$46–67
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Hudson Park & Ride to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
3h 33m
$136–467
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
7h 7m
$73–113
Bus via Minneapolis Airport (MSP)
1. Take the bus from Hudson Park & Ride to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus Groome Transportation
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis-St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803
7h 40m
$134–166

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

27Weekly Planes

1h 16mAverage Duration

$53Cheapest Price

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Distance: 282.1 mi
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between River Falls, WI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moines once daily. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 5h 30m.

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