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

The cheapest way to get from Urbana to Des Moines is to bus which costs $50 - $110 and takes 8h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Urbana to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $130 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Urbana and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Urbana to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Green & Race and arriving at Des Moines via Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 56m.

How far is it from Urbana to Des Moines?

The distance between Urbana and Des Moines is 316 miles. The road distance is 352.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Urbana to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 8h 56m and costs $50 - $110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Urbana to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Urbana to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr station.

Bus or fly from Urbana to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Urbana to Des Moines is to fly which takes 4h 16m and costs $130 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $110 and takes 8h 56m.

Where does the Urbana to Des Moines bus arrive?

Urbana to Des Moines bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Des Moines station.

Can I drive from Urbana to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Urbana to Des Moines is 353 miles. It takes approximately 5h 59m to drive from Urbana to Des Moines.

Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

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

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

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Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport
best
1. Fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Des Moines (DSM)plane CMI - DSM
4h 16m
$134–597
Bus (Greyhound)
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0157S
8h 56m
$51–101
Drive 350.6 mi
1. Drive from Urbana to Des Moinescar 350.6 mi
5h 59m
$64–93
Bus to Chicago Midway International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Champaign, IL - ISR to Chicago Midway Airportbus
2. Fly from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MDW - DSM
5h 16m
$157–731

University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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6h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 314.1 mi
Duration: 4h 16m

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

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from University Of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) to Des Moines (DSM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Champaign Intermodal Trans Ctr to Des Moines twice daily. Tickets cost $50–100 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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