What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 3h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester Airport (RST) and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Rochester and arriving at Des Moines via Saint Paul Union Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 14m.

How far is it from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines?

The distance between Rochester Airport (RST) and Des Moines is 182 miles. The road distance is 201.7 miles.

How do I travel from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines without a car is to shuttle and bus which takes 7h 22m and costs $55 - $160.

How long does it take to get from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines bus from?

Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Rochester station.

Bus or fly from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 26m and costs $95 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $60 - $150 and takes 9h 14m.

Where does the Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines bus arrive?

Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at St. Paul station.

Can I drive from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 238+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Can I share a ride from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Rochester Airport (RST) and Des Moines. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moines by plane, bus, shuttle, rideshare, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Fly from Rochester
best
1. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM)plane RST - DSM
4h 26m
$98–535
Drive 200.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester Airport (RST) to Des Moinescar 200.6 mi
3h 18m
$37–53
Bus to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Groome Transportation Office - Rochester to Minneapolis / St Paul Airportbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
3h 46m
$186–717
Shuttle, bus
1. Take a shuttle bus from Rochester to Owatonna, MNshuttle S MN Conn 236 / ...
2. Take the bus from Owatonna to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
7h 22m
$56–152
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Rochester-RST to Des Moinesrideshare 200.6 mi
3h 18m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rochester to St. Paulbus Jefferson Lines 966
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
9h 14m
$64–147

Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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Distance: 181 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Rochester Airport (RST), USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle from Rochester - Airport to Des Moines via Rochester Sinclair, Rochester, and Saint Paul Union Depot in around 9h 14m.

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