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

The cheapest way to get from Watertown to Des Moines is to drive which costs $70 - $110 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watertown to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $110 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Watertown and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Watertown to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Watertown and arriving at Des Moines via Sioux Falls and Omaha, NE. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

How far is it from Watertown to Des Moines?

The distance between Watertown and Des Moines is 304 miles. The road distance is 385.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watertown to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs $110 - $180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Watertown to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Watertown to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Watertown station.

Bus or fly from Watertown to Des Moines?

The best way to get from Watertown to Des Moines is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $110 - $600. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $180 and takes 9h 40m.

Where does the Watertown to Des Moines bus arrive?

Watertown to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Sioux Falls station.

Can I drive from Watertown to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Watertown to Des Moines is 385 miles. It takes approximately 5h 54m to drive from Watertown to Des Moines.

How do I get a bus ticket from Watertown to Des Moines?

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 241+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Watertown to Des Moines - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Watertown to Des Moines by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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best
1. Fly from Watertown Municipal Airport (ATY) to Des Moines (DSM)plane ATY - DSM
3h 50m
$117–583
Drive 383.1 mi
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1. Drive from Watertown to Des Moinescar 383.1 mi
5h 54m
$70–101
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1. Take the bus from Watertown to Sioux Fallsbus
2. Take the bus from Sioux Falls to Omahabus
3. Take the bus from Omaha, NE to Des Moinesbus
9h 40m
$111–178

Watertown Municipal Airport (ATY) to Des Moines (DSM) flights

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5h 19mAverage Duration

$94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 302 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

Delta and United Airlines fly from Watertown Municipal Airport (ATY) to Des Moines (DSM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Watertown to Des Moines via Watertown, Sioux Falls, and Omaha, NE in around 9h 40m.

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