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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€64
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€64
Fastest journey on Sep 19
13 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
13 h
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
981 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA will cost around €64 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €64.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 buses from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 981 km distance in an average of 13 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 13 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:55 PM13h00Denver, Union Station8:55 AMDes Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.), IA€641One-way0 transfers
- 6:55 PM13h00Denver, Union Station8:55 AMDes Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.), IA€641One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €116 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €116, while a flight costs an average of €583.
Distance: 609 miles (981 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€116 Average price Cheapest | €583 Average price | €113 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 21m Average total duration 12h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 53m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA:
A bus is €467 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA costing on average €583.
Other travel options to Des Moines, IA take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 51m.
Tickets start at around €116 compared to roughly €113 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-3.37. The journey takes 12h 51m versus 9h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Greyhound | Departure Time 06:55PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €49 |
Live departures
Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA bus times
The table below shows live departures for Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6:55 PM Denver, Union Station | 13h00 | 8:55 AM Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.), IA | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA
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Buses from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €57 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:30, the last at 20:10. The fastest bus covers the 609 miles (981 km) distance in 11h 45m.
Distance 609 miles (981 km) |
Average bus duration 12h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price €57 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 5:30 AM |
Last bus 8:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 35 days |
Bus providers: Greyhound, Infobus from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IAYou can travel by bus between Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA with Greyhound, Infobus for as low as €57. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Des Moines, IA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Greyhound
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Greyhound
- You can cancel your ticket for a refund or exchange up to 24 hours before departure, for a cancellation fee applied.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Greyhound
- One carry-on bag up to 25 lbs (11 kg) and one checked bag up to 50 lbs (23 kg).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Greyhound
- $15 per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA
Most Denver, CO to Des Moines, IA buses use the Denver, Union Station to Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.) station pair, with some services arriving at Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St. Use this guide to compare Denver, CO and Des Moines, IA bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Denver, Union Station from Denver city centre
Getting to Denver from Denver city centre
Denver bus station facilities and services
Denver has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Denver. ATMs are available at Denver.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Denver.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Denver: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Denver: The station is wheelchair accessible.
Which Des Moines, IA station do buses from Denver, CO arrive at?
Getting to Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.) from Des Moines city centre
Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.) is 3 km from Des Moines city centre. Public transport options include:
Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.) bus station facilities and services
Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.). ATMs are available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Des Moines, E Euclid Ave (Clark Lift Of Des Moines, Inc.): Wheelchair accessible buses available.
Getting to Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St from Des Moines city centre
Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St is 2 km from Des Moines city centre. Public transport options include:
Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St bus station facilities and services
Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St. ATMs are available at Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Des Moines, Grand Ave & 10th St: Accessible for passengers with limited mobility.
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