What is the cheapest way to get from Rochester Hills to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Rochester Hills to Des Moines is to drive which costs $110 - $160 and takes 10h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rochester Hills to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Rochester Hills to Des Moines is to drive and fly which takes 5h 28m and costs $150 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Rochester Hills and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Rochester Hills to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Rochester & Drexelgate and arriving at Des Moines via Royal Oak Amtrak and Chicago. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 58m.

How far is it from Rochester Hills to Des Moines?

The distance between Rochester Hills and Des Moines is 563 miles. The road distance is 605.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rochester Hills to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 15h 17m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Rochester Hills to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 28m to get from Rochester Hills to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rochester Hills to Des Moines bus from?

Rochester Hills to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Royal Oak Amtrak station.

Where does the Rochester Hills to Des Moines bus arrive?

Rochester Hills to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Rochester Hills and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Rochester Hills. It is currently 4:24 PM in Rochester Hills and 3:24 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Rochester Hills to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Rochester Hills to Des Moines is 605 miles. It takes approximately 10h 19m to drive from Rochester Hills to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 245+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Rochester Hills to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, car, plane, and bus

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There are 7 ways to get from Rochester Hills to Des Moines by car, plane, train, bus, or bus (Amtrak)

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Drive to Capital Region International Airport, fly
best
1. Drive from Rochester Hills to Lansing-Airport-LANcar
2. Fly from Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LAN - DSM
5h 28m
$152–743
Drive 601.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rochester Hills to Des Moinescar 601.8 mi
10h 19m
$110–159
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Royal Oak Amtrak to Chicago Union Stationtrain Wolverine
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus Btw 1205 / ...
15h 17m
Train, bus via Galesburg
1. Take the train from Royal Oak Amtrak 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
16h 29m
$172–367
Line 430 bus, train to Detroit, fly
1. Take the bus from Crooks & Auburn to Royal Oak Transit Centerbus
2. Take the train from Royal Oak Amtrak to Dearborntrain
3. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DTW - DSM
6h 5m
$147–739
Bus to Mbs International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Pontiac Amtrak to Saginaw Bus Centerbus
2. Fly from Mbs International Airport (MBS) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MBS - DSM
7h 32m
$176–706
Bus
1. Take the bus from Royal Oak Amtrak to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago to Des Moinesbus Btw 1205 / ...
15h 58m

Capital Region International Airport (LAN) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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5h 11mAverage Duration

$126Cheapest Price

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Distance: 560.2 mi
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Rochester Hills, MI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a bus from Rochester & Drexelgate to Des Moines via Royal Oak Amtrak, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago in around 15h 58m.

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