What is the cheapest way to get from Smithville to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Smithville to Des Moines is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Smithville to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Smithville to Des Moines is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $30 - $50.

Is there a direct bus between Smithville and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Smithville station to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Kansas City Bus Station and arriving at Des Moines via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.

How far is it from Smithville to Des Moines?

The distance between Smithville and Des Moines is 216 miles. The road distance is 182.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Smithville to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs $85 - $130.

How long does it take to get from Smithville to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Smithville to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Smithville to Des Moines bus from?

Smithville to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Kansas City Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Smithville to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Smithville to Des Moines is to bus which takes 3h 37m and costs $85 - $130. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $200 - $950 and takes 4h 9m.

Where does the Smithville to Des Moines bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Smithville to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Smithville to Des Moines is 182 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Smithville to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 238+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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Bus (Greyhound)
best
1. Take the bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
3h 37m
$89–126
Drive 181 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Smithville to Des Moinescar 181 mi
3h 5m
$33–48
Fly
1. Fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MCI - DSM
4h 9m
$208–920
Bus via On Ambassador At North Plaza Circle Sb
1. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 804 / ...
5h 34m
$83–114

Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

Greyhound USA operates a bus from Kansas City Bus Station to Des Moines once daily. Tickets cost $29–55 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, Southwest Airlines, Delta, and two other airlines fly from Kansas City (MCI) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly.

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