What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Charles to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Charles to Des Moines is to drive which costs $55 - $85 and takes 6h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Charles to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Saint Charles to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $95 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Charles and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Charles to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from 4375 Rider Trail North Sb and arriving at Des Moines via North Hanley Transit Center, St Louis Bus Station and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 58m.

How far is it from Saint Charles to Des Moines?

The distance between Saint Charles and Des Moines is 284 miles. The road distance is 313.1 miles.

How do I travel from Saint Charles to Des Moines without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Charles to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 10h 58m and costs $85 - $150.

How long does it take to get from Saint Charles to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Saint Charles to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saint Charles to Des Moines bus from?

Saint Charles to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from St Louis Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Saint Charles to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Saint Charles to Des Moines is to fly which takes 5h 30m and costs $95 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $85 - $150 and takes 10h 58m.

Where does the Saint Charles to Des Moines bus arrive?

Saint Charles to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Kansas City Bus Station.

Can I drive from Saint Charles to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Charles to Des Moines is 313 miles. It takes approximately 6h 15m to drive from Saint Charles to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 248+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Saint Charles to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Saint Charles to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM)plane STL - DSM
5h 30m
$97–457
Drive 311.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Saint Charles to Des Moinescar 311.3 mi
6h 15m
$57–83
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Kansas City Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0180s / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
10h 58m
$87–142
Train, bus via Kansas City
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Kansas Citytrain Missouri River Runner / ...
2. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
12h 26m
$104–214
Train, bus
1. Take the train from St. Louis to Bloomington-Normaltrain Lincoln Service / ...
2. Take the bus from Bloomington-Normal to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
12h 9m
$89–169

Saint Charles to Des Moines by bus

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10h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 282.2 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Saint Charles, MO, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Lambert–St. Louis International Airport (STL) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 4375 Rider Trail North Sb to Des Moines via North Hanley Transit Center, Civic Center Transit Center, St Louis Bus Station, Kansas City Bus Station, and Kansas City in around 10h 58m.

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