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How to get fromSeaTac to Des Moinesby plane, bus (Greyhound), train, bus, or car

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

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  1. Fly

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    1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane plane SEA - DSM
    5h 26m
    $192–752

  2. Bus (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus bus Greyhound US0550
    2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus bus Greyhound US0123S
    43h 49m
    $288–563

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Seattle to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train Empire Builder
    2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus bus Jefferson Lines 805
    45h 7m
    $568–1,193

  4. Drive 1,758.8 mi

    1. Drive from SeaTac to Des Moinescar car 1,758.8 mi
    27h 19m
    $321–464

SeaTac to Des Moines by bus (Greyhound)

Calendar7Weekly Buses
Duration43h 49mAverage Duration
Ticket$288Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 1,467.3 mi
  • Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between SeaTac, WA, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from SeaTac Station to Des Moines via Bus Wy & Royal Brougham St, Seattle Bus Station, and Denver Union Station in around 43h 49m.

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