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

The cheapest way to get from Stillwater to Des Moines is to drive which costs $85 - $130 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stillwater to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 57m and costs $170 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Stillwater and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Stillwater to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Oklahoma State University–Stillwater and arriving at Des Moines via Tulsa OSU, Tulsa and Kansas City. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

How far is it from Stillwater to Des Moines?

The distance between Stillwater and Des Moines is 529 miles. The road distance is 487.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stillwater to Des Moines without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 10h 43m and costs $110 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 10h 43m to get from Stillwater to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Stillwater to Des Moines bus services, operated by Big Orange Bus, depart from Oklahoma State University–Stillwater station.

Bus or fly from Stillwater to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Stillwater to Des Moines is to fly which takes 7h 57m and costs $170 - $750. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $130 - $200 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Stillwater to Des Moines bus arrive?

Stillwater to Des Moines bus services, operated by Big Orange Bus, arrive at Tulsa Campus station.

Can I drive from Stillwater to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Stillwater to Des Moines is 487 miles. It takes approximately 8h 19m to drive from Stillwater to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Stillwater to Des Moines by taxi, bus, car, or plane

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Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Stillwater to Perrytaxi
2. Take the bus from Perry to Kansas City Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
10h 43m
$112–190
Drive 484.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stillwater to Des Moinescar 484.7 mi
8h 19m
$89–128
Fly
1. Fly from Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO) to Des Moines (DSM)plane SWO - DSM
7h 57m
$174–740
Bus
1. Take the bus from Oklahoma State University–Stillwater to Tulsa Campusbus
2. Take the bus from Tulsa to Kansas Citybus
3. Take the bus from Kansas City to Des Moinesbus
12h 20m
$130–196

Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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Distance: 525.9 mi
Duration: 10h 43m

What companies run services between Stillwater, OK, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

American Airlines flies from Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Oklahoma State University–Stillwater to Des Moines via Tulsa Campus, Tulsa OSU, Tulsa, and Kansas City in around 12h 20m.

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