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

The cheapest way to get from Saint Ignace to Des Moines is to drive which costs $120 - $180 and takes 12h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saint Ignace to Des Moines is to bus and fly which takes 5h 48m and costs $100 - $450.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Saint Ignace to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from St. Ignace and arriving at Des Moines via East Lansing Amtrak Station and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 45m.

How far is it from Saint Ignace to Des Moines?

The distance between Saint Ignace and Des Moines is 559 miles. The road distance is 659.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Saint Ignace to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 18h 45m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 11m to get from Saint Ignace to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Saint Ignace to Des Moines bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from St. Ignace station.

Bus or fly from Saint Ignace to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Saint Ignace to Des Moines is to fly which takes 8h 11m and costs $100 - $470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 18h 45m.

Where does the Saint Ignace to Des Moines bus arrive?

Saint Ignace to Des Moines bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at East Lansing station.

What is the time difference between Saint Ignace and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Saint Ignace. It is currently 2:10 AM in Saint Ignace and 1:10 AM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Saint Ignace to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Ignace to Des Moines is 659 miles. It takes approximately 12h 20m to drive from Saint Ignace to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 202+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Saint Ignace to Des Moines - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 9 ways to get from Saint Ignace to Des Moines by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Fly from Pellston
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1. Fly from Pellston (PLN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PLN - DSM
8h 11m
$106–461
Bus
1. Take the bus from St. Ignace to East Lansingbus
2. Take the bus from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
18h 45m
Drive 655.5 mi
1. Drive from Saint Ignace to Des Moinescar 655.5 mi
12h 20m
$120–173
Bus to Chippewa County International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Kinrossbus
2. Fly from Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) to Des Moines (DSM)plane CIU - DSM
5h 48m
$106–446
Bus to Alpena County Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Alpenabus
2. Fly from Alpena County Regional Airport (APN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane APN - DSM
9h 52m
$132–485
Bus to Delta County Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Escanababus
2. Fly from Delta County Airport (ESC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ESC - DSM
10h 6m
$139–488
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
20h 22m
$193–314
Bus via Grand Rapids
1. Take the bus from St. Ignace to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
20h 22m
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from St. Ignace to East Lansingbus
2. Take the train from East Lansing Amtrak Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
20h 37m
$278–448

Pellston (PLN) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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7h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 556 mi
Duration: 8h 11m

What companies run services between Saint Ignace, MI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Delta and United Airlines fly from Pellston (PLN) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St. Ignace to Des Moines via East Lansing, East Lansing Amtrak Station, Chicago Union Station, and Chicago Bus Station in around 18h 45m.

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