What is the cheapest way to get from Rock Island to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Rock Island to Des Moines is to bus via Iowa City which costs $25 - $45 and takes 4h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rock Island to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Rock Island to Des Moines is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Rock Island and Des Moines?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Davenport and arriving at Des Moines. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Rock Island to Des Moines?

The distance between Rock Island and Des Moines is 172 miles. The road distance is 165.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Rock Island to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $26 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Rock Island to Des Moines?

The bus from Davenport to Des Moines takes 3h 40m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Rock Island to Des Moines bus from?

Rock Island to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Davenport station.

Bus or fly from Rock Island to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Rock Island to Des Moines is to bus which takes 3h 40m and costs $26 - $45. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $75 - $380 and takes 5h 50m.

Where does the Rock Island to Des Moines bus arrive?

Rock Island to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Rock Island to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Rock Island to Des Moines is 165 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Rock Island to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from Rock Island to Des Moines?

Book your Rock Island to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 248+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Rock Island to Des Moines - 4 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Rock Island to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound), car, or plane

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Davenport to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
3h 40m
$26–45
Drive 164.3 mi
1. Drive from Rock Island to Des Moinescar 164.3 mi
2h 51m
$30–44
Fly
1. Fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MLI - DSM
5h 50m
$75–375
Bus via Iowa City (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Davenport to Iowa Citybus Greyhound US0155S / ...
2. Take the bus from Iowa City to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0123S / ...
4h 15m
$26–41

Rock Island to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 171.4 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Rock Island, IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Davenport to Des Moines 3 times a day. Tickets cost $26–45 and the journey takes 3h 40m. Alternatively, United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Quad City International Airport (MLI) to Des Moines (DSM) every 2 hours.

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