What is the cheapest way to get from Spirit Lake to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Spirit Lake to Des Moines is to drive which costs $35 - $55 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Spirit Lake to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Spirit Lake to Des Moines is to drive which takes 4h and costs $35 - $55.

Is there a direct bus between Spirit Lake and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Spirit Lake to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Jackson and arriving at Des Moines via Albert Lea. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

How far is it from Spirit Lake to Des Moines?

The distance between Spirit Lake and Des Moines is 268 miles. The road distance is 192.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Spirit Lake to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 6h 21m and costs $140 - $200.

How long does it take to get from Spirit Lake to Des Moines?

It takes approximately 6h 21m to get from Spirit Lake to Des Moines, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Spirit Lake to Des Moines bus from?

Spirit Lake to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Jackson station.

Where does the Spirit Lake to Des Moines bus arrive?

Spirit Lake to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Albert Lea station.

Can I drive from Spirit Lake to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Spirit Lake to Des Moines is 192 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Spirit Lake to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 260+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Spirit Lake to Des Moines by bus, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Jackson to Albert Leabus Jefferson 702 / ...
2. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
6h 21m
$146–194
Drive 191.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Spirit Lake to Des Moinescar 191.1 mi
4h
$35–51
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Jackson to Burnsvillebus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
6h 39m
$215–724
Bus via Clear Lake
1. Take the bus from Jackson to Albert Leabus
2. Take the bus from Albert Lea to Clear Lake Jct.bus
3. Take the bus from Clear Lake Jct. to Des Moinesbus
6h 51m
$156–213

Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

27Weekly Planes

1h 14mAverage Duration

$83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.3 mi
Duration: 6h 21m

What companies run services between Spirit Lake, IA, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

You can take a vehicle from Spirit Lake to Des Moines via Jackson and Albert Lea in around 6h 21m.

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