What is the cheapest way to get from South Bend to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from South Bend to Des Moines is to drive which costs $65 - $100 and takes 6h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Bend to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from South Bend to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs $80 - $380.

Is there a direct bus between South Bend and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from South Bend to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from South Bend Transpo and arriving at Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 35m.

How far is it from South Bend to Des Moines?

The distance between South Bend and Des Moines is 392 miles. The road distance is 407.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from South Bend to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 11h 35m and costs $70 - $120.

How long does it take to get from South Bend to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from South Bend to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Bend to Des Moines bus from?

South Bend to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from South Bend Transpo station.

Bus or fly from South Bend to Des Moines?

The best way to get from South Bend to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs $80 - $380. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $70 - $120 and takes 11h 35m.

Where does the South Bend to Des Moines bus arrive?

South Bend to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Chicago Bus Station.

What is the time difference between South Bend and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind South Bend. It is currently 7:01 PM in South Bend and 6:01 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from South Bend to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between South Bend to Des Moines is 407 miles. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from South Bend to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from South Bend to Des Moines?

Book your South Bend to Des Moines bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 240+ hotels available in Des Moines.

South Bend to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from South Bend to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound, Flixbus), car, train, bus, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Fly from South Bend
best
1. Fly from South Bend (SBN) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SBN - DSM
4h 6m
$82–380
Drive 404.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from South Bend to Des Moinescar 404.8 mi
6h 59m
$70–100
Bus
1. Take the bus from South Bend Transpo to Chicago Bus Stationbus Greyhound US0164
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
11h 35m
$74–120
Train to Chicago O'Hare International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ORD - DSM
5h 45m
$109–361
Train to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
5h 36m
$131–528
Train, bus
1. Take the train from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
11h 36m
$166–270
Bus via South Bend Station
1. Take the bus from South Bend Station to Chicago Union Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0155S / ...
11h 39m

South Bend to Des Moines by bus

36Weekly Buses

11h 35mAverage Duration

$74Cheapest Price

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Distance: 389.4 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between South Bend, IN, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta fly from South Bend (SBN) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Bend Transpo to Des Moines via Chicago Bus Station in around 11h 35m.

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