Rome2Rio

How to get fromWashington to Des Moinesby plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

Find Transport to Des Moines

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 7 ways to get from Washington to Des Moines by plane, train, bus, bus (Greyhound), or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly from Spokane International Airport

    best
    1. Fly from Spokane International Airport (GEG) to Des Moines (DSM)plane plane GEG - DSM
    6h 36m
    $110–458

  2. Fly from Tri-Cities Airport

    cheapest
    1. Fly from Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) to Des Moines (DSM)plane plane PSC - DSM
    6h 49m
    $98–387

  3. Train, bus

    1. Take the train from Seattle to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain train Empire Builder
    2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus bus Greyhound US0156
    43h 8m
    $1,022–1,572

  4. Bus (Greyhound)

    1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Denver Union Stationbus bus Greyhound US0550
    2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Des Moinesbus bus Greyhound US0123S
    43h 25m
    $363–563

  5. Drive  1,745.5 mi

    1. Drive from Seattle to Des Moinescar car 1,745.5 mi
    27h 30m
    $289–417

  6. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

    1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Des Moines (DSM)plane plane SEA - DSM
    6h 51m
    $116–476

  7. Fly from Portland International Airport

    1. Fly from Portland International Airport (PDX) to Des Moines (DSM)plane plane PDX - DSM
    7h 22m
    $126–481

Washington to Des Moines by train and bus

Calendar7Weekly Services
Duration43h 8mAverage Duration
Ticket$1,022Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Washington to Des Moines.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,257 mi
  • Duration: 6h 36m

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

Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Spokane International Airport (GEG) to Des Moines (DSM) every 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 2nd Ave & Marion St to Des Moines via SODO Busway & S Royal Brougham Way, Seattle Bus Station, and Denver Union Station in around 43h 25m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United States

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides

Need to know: Greyhound

Read the travel guideNeed to know: Greyhound

Booking & Getting There