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

The cheapest way to get from Springfield to Des Moines is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Springfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $120 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Springfield and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Springfield to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Springfield and arriving at Des Moines via Galesburg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

How far is it from Springfield to Des Moines?

The distance between Springfield and Des Moines is 251 miles. The road distance is 292 miles.

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

The best way to get from Springfield to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 8h 10m and costs $65 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Springfield to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Springfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Springfield station.

Bus or fly from Springfield to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Springfield to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 50m and costs $120 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $110 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Springfield to Des Moines bus arrive?

Springfield to Des Moines bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Galesburg Amtrak Station.

Can I drive from Springfield to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Springfield to Des Moines is 292 miles. It takes approximately 6h to drive from Springfield to Des Moines.

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

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 266+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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There are 5 ways to get from Springfield to Des Moines by plane, bus (Amtrak, Greyhound), car, or bus

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Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
best
1. Fly from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SPI - DSM
4h 50m
$121–588
Drive 290.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Springfield to Des Moinescar 290.3 mi
6h
$53–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Galesburg Amtrak Stationbus Amtrak Thruway Connecting Service
2. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
8h 10m
$65–105
Bus to Decatur Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Springfield SMTD Transfer Center to Decatur Downtown Transportation Centerbus
2. Fly from Decatur Airport (DEC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane DEC - DSM
6h 20m
$126–597
Bus to Peoria International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Springfield to Peoria Amtrak Stationbus
2. Fly from Peoria International Airport (PIA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane PIA - DSM
6h 53m
$125–602

Springfield to Des Moines by bus

7Weekly Buses

8h 10mAverage Duration

$65Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.5 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

What companies run services between Springfield, IL, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport (SPI) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Springfield to Des Moines via Galesburg Amtrak Station and Galesburg in around 8h 10m.

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