What is the cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines?

The cheapest way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines is to drive which costs $110 - $170 and takes 10h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines?

The fastest way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs $130 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Traverse City and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Traverse City to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Traverse City, MI and arriving at Des Moines via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Chicago Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 55m.

How far is it from Traverse City to Des Moines?

The distance between Traverse City and Des Moines is 476 miles. The road distance is 633.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 16h 55m and costs $110 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Traverse City to Des Moines?

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

Where do I catch the Traverse City to Des Moines bus from?

Traverse City to Des Moines bus services, operated by Indian Trails, depart from Traverse City, MI station.

Bus or fly from Traverse City to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Traverse City to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 6m and costs $130 - $650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $220 and takes 16h 55m.

Where does the Traverse City to Des Moines bus arrive?

Traverse City to Des Moines bus services, operated by Indian Trails, arrive at Kalamazoo Metro Transit station.

What is the time difference between Traverse City and Des Moines?

Des Moines is 1h behind Traverse City. It is currently 12:12 AM in Traverse City and 11:12 PM in Des Moines.

Can I drive from Traverse City to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Traverse City to Des Moines is 634 miles. It takes approximately 10h 33m to drive from Traverse City to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 259+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Traverse City to Des Moines - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Traverse City to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, train, or bus (Amtrak, Greyhound)

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane TVC - DSM
4h 6m
$130–637
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Kalamazoo Metro Transitbus
2. Take the bus from Kalamazoo Bus Stop to Chicago Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
16h 55m
$112–214
Drive 630 mi
1. Drive from Traverse City to Des Moinescar 630 mi
10h 33m
$115–167
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
16h 57m
$135–277
Bus via Grand Rapids
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the bus from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to Des Moinesbus
16h 57m
$145–252
Bus, train via Galesburg
1. Take the bus from Traverse City, MI to Grand Rapidsbus
2. Take the train from Grand Rapids Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Chicago Union Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Galesburg Amtrak Stationtrain
4. Take the bus from Galesburg to Des Moinesbus
18h 49m
$160–342

Traverse City to Des Moines by bus

7Weekly Buses

16h 55mAverage Duration

$112Cheapest Price

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Distance: 473.2 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Traverse City, MI, USA and Des Moines, IA, USA?

United Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Traverse City (TVC) to Des Moines (DSM) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Traverse City, MI to Des Moines via Kalamazoo Bus Stop and Chicago Bus Station in around 16h 55m.

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