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

The cheapest way to get from Winona to Des Moines is to drive which costs $45 - $65 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Winona to Des Moines is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs $45 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Winona and Des Moines?

No, there is no direct bus from Winona to Des Moines. However, there are services departing from Winona St. University and arriving at Des Moines via Rochester and Owatonna. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 59m.

How far is it from Winona to Des Moines?

The distance between Winona and Des Moines is 350 miles. The road distance is 247.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Winona to Des Moines without a car is to train and bus which takes 7h 46m and costs $60 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 46m to get from Winona to Des Moines, including transfers.

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

Winona to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, depart from Winona St. University station.

Where does the Winona to Des Moines bus arrive?

Winona to Des Moines bus services, operated by Jefferson Lines, arrive at Rochester station.

Can I drive from Winona to Des Moines?

Yes, the driving distance between Winona to Des Moines is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Winona to Des Moines.

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

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Where can I stay near Des Moines?

There are 254+ hotels available in Des Moines.

Winona to Des Moines - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Winona to Des Moines by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Winona to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain Empire Builder / ...
2. Take the bus from Saint Paul Union Depot to Des Moinesbus Greyhound US0156
7h 46m
$60–126
Drive 245.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Winona to Des Moinescar 245.8 mi
4h 11m
$45–65
Taxi to La Crosse, fly
1. Take the taxi from Winona to La-Crosse-Airport-LSEtaxi
2. Fly from La Crosse (LSE) to Des Moines (DSM)plane LSE - DSM
5h 15m
$144–461
Bus
1. Take the bus from Winona St. University to Rochesterbus
2. Take the bus from Rochester to Owatonnabus
3. Take the bus from Owatonna to Des Moinesbus
7h 59m
$77–146
Train to Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Winona to St. Paul-Minneapolistrain
2. Fly from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) to Des Moines (DSM)plane MSP - DSM
5h 25m
$95–467
Drive to Chippewa Valley Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from Winona to Eau-Claire-Airport-EAUcar
2. Fly from Chippewa Valley Regional Airport (EAU) to Des Moines (DSM)plane EAU - DSM
6h 46m
$96–412
Bus to Rochester, fly
1. Take the bus from Winona St. University to Rochesterbus
2. Fly from Rochester (RST) to Des Moines (DSM)plane RST - DSM
7h 31m
$86–414

Winona to Des Moines by train and bus

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7h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 347.9 mi
Duration: 7h 46m

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

You can take a bus from Winona St. University to Des Moines via Rochester and Owatonna in around 7h 59m.

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