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 23m and costs $160 - $700.

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 and Kansas City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 41m.

How far is it from Stillwater to Des Moines?

The distance between Stillwater and Des Moines is 515 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 bus which takes 11h 41m and costs $90 - $160.

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

It takes approximately 11h 41m 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 bus which takes 11h 41m and costs $90 - $160. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $160 - $700 and takes 7h 23m.

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 263+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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best
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 Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
11h 41m
$94–158
Drive 484.7 mi
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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 23m
$164–690
Bus via Des Moines
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
11h 56m
$117–178

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

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9h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 512 mi
Duration: 11h 41m

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

You can take a bus from Oklahoma State University–Stillwater to Des Moines via Tulsa Campus, Tulsa, Kansas City, and Kansas City Bus Station in around 11h 41m. Alternatively, American Airlines and Allegiant Air fly from Stillwater Regional Airport (SWO) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day.

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