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

The cheapest way to get from Willmar to Des Moines is to drive which costs $50 - $80 and takes 5h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Willmar to Des Moines is to drive which takes 5h 53m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Willmar and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Willmar to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Willmar and arriving at Des Moines via Minneapolis. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 50m.

How far is it from Willmar to Des Moines?

The distance between Willmar and Des Moines is 382 miles. The road distance is 300.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Willmar to Des Moines without a car is to bus which takes 9h 50m and costs $100 - $150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 53m to get from Willmar to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Willmar to Des Moines bus arrive?

Willmar to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Minneapolis station.

Can I drive from Willmar to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Willmar to Des Moines is 301 miles. It takes approximately 5h 53m to drive from Willmar to Des Moines.

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

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 238+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Willmar to Des Moines - 5 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Willmar to Des Moines by bus, plane, car, or bus (Greyhound)

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Willmar to Minneapolis-St. Paulbus
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
5h 53m
$139–628
Drive 299.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Willmar to Des Moinescar 299.1 mi
5h 53m
$55–79
Bus
1. Take the bus from Willmar to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 926
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 803 / ...
9h 50m
$105–150
Bus via Saint Paul
1. Take the bus from Willmar to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 926
2. Take the bus from St. Paul to Des Moinesbus Jefferson Lines 805
9h 53m
$107–147
Bus via Des Moines
1. Take the bus from Willmar to Minneapolisbus Jefferson Lines 926
2. Take the bus from Minneapolis Bus Station to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
10h 5m
$75–130

Willmar to Des Moines by bus

7Weekly Buses

9h 50mAverage Duration

$105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 379.9 mi
Duration: 5h 53m

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

You can take a bus from Willmar to Des Moines via Minneapolis in around 9h 50m.

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