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Getting around Des Moines, IA

Planning to travel in Des Moines? Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, let this guide help you make the most of your Des Moines experience. Travel from Des Moines International Airport to popular hotels like AC Hotels by Marriott using Uber and discover popular routes and destinations.

Getting around Des Moines, IA

Planning to travel in Des Moines? Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, let this guide help you make the most of your Des Moines experience. Travel from Des Moines International Airport to popular hotels like AC Hotels by Marriott using Uber and discover popular routes and destinations.

Getting around Des Moines, IA

Planning to travel in Des Moines? Whether you’re a visitor or a resident, let this guide help you make the most of your Des Moines experience. Travel from Des Moines International Airport to popular hotels like AC Hotels by Marriott using Uber and discover popular routes and destinations.

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Reserve car service in Des Moines with Uber

Arrange your car service needs in advance with Uber in Des Moines. Request a ride anytime up to 90 days ahead, whether you need transportation to Des Moines International Airport, you have plans to visit your favorite restaurant, or you’re going somewhere else.

Ride Sharing in Des Moines

Getting around Des Moines without a car is easy with Uber. Find places to visit in the area, then request a ride on any day and at any time of the week. You can request a ride in real-time or request a ride in advance so your ride is ready when you are. Whether you’re traveling in a group or alone, you can use the app to find a ride option for your needs.

Open the Uber app and enter your destination to begin exploring Des Moines.

Des Moines-area airport car service

When your travel in Des Moines takes you to an airport from a neighborhood, or elsewhere, open the app and request a ride at any time of day. Tap below on the name of a nearby airport to learn how to use Uber to get car service to arrivals and departures. On the linked airport page, you’ll find out where to meet your driver for pickup, how much the trip will cost, and more.

Choose the best ways to get around Des Moines

  • Taxi in Des Moines

    Consider Uber as an alternative to taxis when traveling in Des Moines. With Uber, you can trade flagging down cabs for requesting rides on demand, no matter the time of day. You can request a ride from Des Moines International Airport, visit Windsor Heights, or enter another place. Open the app and enter a destination to get around Des Moines.

  • Public transport in Des Moines

    Getting around with public transport is an affordable way to travel. Depending on the area, you can view nearby bus or subway routes with Uber Transit to help plan your travels. Open the app to see if Uber Transit is available in your neighborhood or visit popular places in Des Moines by ridesharing with Uber.

  • Bike rentals in Des Moines

    Biking is an eco-friendly way to get around the heart of a city. In select cities, you can find and ride electric bikes with Uber. Open the app to see if bikes are available in Des Moines, then order from our popular restaurants to refuel after a day of exploring. If bikes are available in Des Moines, remember to wear a helmet and follow traffic laws while riding.

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Popular destinations in Des Moines, IA

Uber makes Des Moines travel easy. While riders can use Uber to request a ride to pretty much anywhere, some destinations are more popular than others. Uber riders getting around Des Moines request rides to Walmart Supercenter more than any other spot.

Here, you can explore popular routes requested by riders near you—with dropoff locations and average route prices.

Popular destinations in Des Moines, IA

Destination

Average price with UberX*

Walmart Supercenter

$10

Iowa State Fairgrounds

$14

Prairie Meadows

$20

Wells Fargo Arena

$11

Merle Hay Mall

$11

Taxis and other ride options near Des Moines, IA

Frequently asked questions

  • Yes. The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride to get around Des Moines anytime, 24/7.

  • With Uber, you can choose the ride option that works best for your budget when you travel in Des Moines. To see the possible cost, open the app and input your destination in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s currently available.

  • Yes. Open your Uber app to request Des Moines car service, and let your driver take you where you want to go. (You might see other Des Moines transportation options available in your app, too.)

  • Check the Uber app to see if car rentals are available in your city. If so, choose Rent and complete your reservation with a rental provider using the Uber app. Then travel in Des Moines or wherever the road takes you.

  • Your safety when traveling in Des Moines is a top priority. In a few taps, you can access in-app features like the emergency assistance button to call authorities if you need help.

Uber does not tolerate the use of alcohol or drugs by drivers using the Uber app. If you believe your driver may be under the influence of drugs or alcohol, please have the driver end the trip immediately.

Commercial vehicles may be subject to additional state government taxes, which would be over and above the toll.

There are a number of location-specific requirements and regulations users should be aware of when using Uber in your country. Please visit this page to read them.

*Sample rider prices are average UberX prices only and do not reflect variations due to geography, traffic delays, promotions, or other factors. Flat rates and minimum fees may apply. Actual prices for rides and scheduled rides may vary.